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Operation Take Back America drives 292 new immigration cases across West Texas, DOJ says
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· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Department of Justice reports that 292 cases were filed in just one week.
In West Texas, a recent effort by prosecutors has led to a significant number of new immigration cases. The Department of Justice reports that 292 cases were filed in just one week. These cases involve various offenses, including alleged passport fraud and incidents involving smugglers.
The cases also include a stash house that was found to be holding 14 migrants, as well as an assault on an agent. The Department of Justice has provided some information on the types of cases that were filed, but further details are available from the source. Residents of Terrell Hills can find more information on these cases through the Department of Justice or local news outlets, which may have additional updates and specifics on the operation and its outcomes.
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Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: WOAI News 4 / News4SA (NBC affiliate) — Local ·
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