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ICE agents detain man after raid in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania home

Feb 10, 2026 · Trooper, PA, Mexico

On February 9-10, 2026, ICE agents conducted an enforcement operation in Lower Providence Township/Trooper area of Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, to apprehend Jose Manuel Cordova Lopez, a Mexican citizen who overstayed his H-2A visa. The operation involved over 20 unmarked vehicles and masked federal agents who pursued Cordova Lopez to a residential home, broke down doors, and detained him while two minors and other family members were present. Elected officials commented on reports that an ICE agent assaulted a family member, broken doors caused distress to children and families, and the operation disrupted the neighborhood and prevented school bus pickup.

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Feb 10, 2026Cordova Lopez detained after hourslong standoff; Montgomery County elected officials condemned the raid citing excessive force and impact on family members and children present
Feb 9, 2026ICE agents conducted targeted enforcement operation in Lower Providence Township to apprehend Jose Manuel Cordova Lopez; agents pursued him to residential home and conducted entry with force

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