The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that a massive operation in San Antonio, Texas, led to the arrests of more than 150 illegal aliens. “This operation involved 14 state, local, and federal agencies resulting in the arrest of more than 150 illegal aliens including 27 suspected Tren de Aragua gang members. Law enforcement also seized cocaine, three firearms, and approximately $35,000 in cash,” DHS stated in a release. NEW: ICE and FBI agents in Texas carried out a BIG raid at a local nightclub, arresting over 150 illegal aliens, which included at least 27 suspected TdA gang members. Agents also confiscated three firearms, cocaine, and nearly $35,000. This is what I voted for. pic.twitter.com/qOw28VJNhw — Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) November 21, 2025 NewsNation has more: Most of the migrants apprehended were from Venezuela and have suspected ties to Tren de Aragua. Tren de Aragua was designated as a foreign terrorist organization under President Trump’s administration. The raid involved multiple federal agencies, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the FBI. “I can confirm that FBI San Antonio & Homeland Security Investigations San Antonio, along with their local, state, and federal partners are conducting court-authorized activity in the vicinity of the intersection of San Pedro Ave. and Basse Rd. in San Antonio, Texas,” said an FBI San Antonio Spokesperson. “Thanks to the brave work of DHS law enforcement and our federal partners, 150 illegal aliens including 27 suspected Tren de Argua gang members are off our streets,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Law enforcement officers also seized weapons, drugs, and $35,000 during this operation targeting an underground nightclub. Under President Trump and Secretary Noem, DHS is dismantling criminal gangs and stopping dangerous drugs from pouring into American neighborhoods,” she added. In response, Democrat lawmakers are “demanding answers” about the raid. “There are serious questions surrounding the ICE raid in San Antonio. Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency,” Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-TX) said. “I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @RepCasar,” he added. There are serious questions surrounding the ICE raid in San Antonio. Teenagers—even a baby—were caught up in the chaotic scene. There needs to be accountability and transparency. I am demanding answers from ICE and other agencies, alongside @RepCasar. pic.twitter.com/bG8FDUHJdj — Joaquin Castro (@JoaquinCastrotx) November 20, 2025 CBS 42 provided further info: U.S. Reps. Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar on Thursday sent Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other top Trump officials a letter asking for details of the arrest warrant, information on those arrested, and accusing the administration of refusing to provide the information. “We demand answers regarding the raid conducted on Sunday, November 16th in the early morning hours,” they wrote in the letter. “We write out of our obligation to ensure transparency for Texans and people across the country.” Additional coverage below: