The Rising Threat of South American Gangs in the United States

The threat posed by these gangs, coupled with ineffective immigration policies, demands urgent national attention and action.

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When we think about gang activity in America, iconic cities like Los Angeles, Chicago, or New York often come to mind. Images of gang violence have long been associated with neighborhoods in these metropolitan areas, but the reality today is far more complex and widespread. In an alarming development, South American gang…