Former Border Patrol agent Shane Millan pleaded guilty to two counts of deprivation of rights, admitting he forced at least two female border crossers to expose their breasts during virtual processing. He falsely claimed these actions were legitimate searches, but his internet searches for Spanish phrases like “lift your shirt and bra” reveal his true intentions. Millan’s actions violated the women’s constitutional rights, and he faces up to two years in prison and a $200,000 fine at his July sentencing. One victim was told she would not be allowed entry into the U.S. until she complied with his demands.
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In October 2024, John Pastor-Mendoza was found guilty on 30 counts related to the kidnapping and sexual assault of twelve women between 2018 and 2022. Exploiting his ride-share driver status, he lured victims into his vehicle under false pretenses. The judge handed down a sentence of 290 years to life in prison. This severe punishment reflects the gravity of his calculated and heinous crimes and acknowledges the bravery of the survivors who testified.
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Nineteen-year-old Isaac Balckhorse Garcia was arrested for murder, sexual assault of a minor, and hit and run after fatally striking a pregnant teenage girl with his car. Garcia, who was involved in a sexual relationship with both the victim and her sister, fled the scene after dropping the sister off at home. The victim’s baby survived but remains in critical condition. Police are concerned there may be additional victims and urge anyone with information to come forward.
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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announced she will not attend Donald Trump’s inauguration, citing his sexual abuse conviction in the E. Jean Carroll case. Ocasio-Cortez publicly stated her refusal to celebrate a rapist, referencing the judge’s finding that Trump sexually abused Carroll. Her statement prompted a response from Elon Musk, who called her “unhinged,” and further commentary from Ocasio-Cortez on social media platforms. She also expressed concerns about the potential use of TikTok as a propaganda tool by the Trump administration and warned about the looming threat of authoritarianism.
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Major Michael Stockin, a pain management specialist at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, pleaded guilty to 36 counts of abusive sexual contact and 5 counts of indecent viewing, stemming from allegations by 41 soldiers. These acts occurred under the guise of medical examinations between 2019 and 2022. The case, considered the largest sexual abuse scandal in recent military history by Protect Our Defenders, has prompted lawsuits against the Army and Department of Defense for negligence in hiring and supervising Stockin. Sentencing will follow the judge’s approval of the plea, with victim impact statements anticipated.
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