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EPISODE · May 13, 2025 · 45 MIN

What is Tren de Aragua? The criminal organization's origins, activities and reach within the U.S.

from On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · host WBUR

The Biden administration first labeled Venezuelan gang as a multi-national criminal organization. President Trump has now put Tren de Aragua at the center of the debate over immigration and deportation. But will his methods neutralize the threat Tren de Aragua poses to the U.S.? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

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