Steve Descano
Coverage of Steve Descano in the Nexus archive.
- DHS puts ‘sanctuary politicians’ on notice after alleged park predator was released under Biden
The Department of Homeland Security has issued a warning to 'sanctuary politicians' following the release of an alleged park predator. Court records indicate that 2024 drug charges against the individual were dropped by Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, who is backed by George Soros, leading to his release from custody.
- DHS puts 'sanctuary politicians' on notice after alleged park predator was released under Biden
An illegal immigrant, Moises Domingo Rico Rosales, was arrested in Virginia for alleged indecent exposure and abduction after being released in 2024 due to local officials refusing to cooperate with ICE detainers. He had previously faced drug trafficking charges in Fairfax County, which were dropped by the office of Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano, and was released under the Biden administration in 2022.
- DHS puts 'sanctuary politicians' on notice after alleged park predator was released under Biden
An illegal immigrant, Moises Domingo Rico Rosales, was arrested in Virginia for indecent exposure and attempted abduction after being released following a 2024 drug trafficking arrest due to local officials refusing to cooperate with ICE. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has lodged a detainer to prevent his release, citing sanctuary policies as a factor in his prior release.
- FIRST ON FOX: DOJ sues Spanberger’s Virginia over laws kneecapping federal agents as mask war escalates
The Justice Department sued Virginia over two laws requiring federal agents to remove masks and imposing conditions on ICE cooperation agreements, arguing they violate the Supremacy Clause and endanger officers. The laws, signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger, take effect in July and could penalize agents with fines or jail time.
- FIRST ON FOX: DOJ sues Spanberger’s Virginia over laws kneecapping federal agents as mask war escalates
The Justice Department sued Virginia over two laws requiring federal agents to remove masks and display identifying information, claiming they violate the Constitution and threaten officer safety. The lawsuit names Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger, Attorney General Jay Jones, and Fairfax County Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano, who supported laws set to take effect in July.
- Virginia Dem defends Soros-backed prosecutor from DOJ probe after illegal immigrant charging allegations
A Virginia Democrat defended Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano from a DOJ probe into allegations of preferential treatment to criminal illegal immigrants. The investigation will determine if immigration consequences in charging and plea deals violated federal laws. Descano's office faced backlash after dropping violent charges against a suspect later accused of killing a mother.
- Virginia Dem defends Soros-backed prosecutor from DOJ probe after illegal immigrant charging allegations
A Virginia Democrat defends Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano from a DOJ probe into allegations of preferential treatment to criminal illegal immigrants. The investigation will determine if immigration consequences in charging and plea deals violated federal laws. Descano's office faced backlash after dropping violent charges against a suspect later accused of killing a mother.
- REP JIM JORDAN, REP TOM McCLINTOCK: Democrats think they can overrule laws
Radical Democrats are promoting sanctuary jurisdictions that obstruct federal immigration laws, allowing criminal aliens to go free and putting American citizens' lives at risk. This is a revival of the nullification crisis, where states assert their right to declare federal law void. The debate has led to cases like the alleged MS-13 gang member who committed a murder after being released in Fairfax County, Virginia.
- Soros-backed prosecutor hit with rebuke after dismissing probe as Trump ‘partisan attacks’: ‘Hey scumbag’
Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano is facing scrutiny for dismissing a Justice Department probe into allegations of giving favorable deals to illegal immigrants. The DOJ investigation was initiated after a request from a victim's loved one, Cheryl Minter, whose daughter was fatally stabbed by an illegal immigrant. Descano claims the investigation is a partisan attack by the Trump administration.
- Soros-backed prosecutor hit with rebuke after dismissing probe as Trump ‘partisan attacks’: ‘Hey scumbag’
Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano is facing scrutiny for dismissing a Justice Department probe into allegations of giving favorable deals to illegal immigrants. The DOJ investigation was launched after a request from Cheryl Minter, whose daughter was fatally stabbed by an illegal immigrant. Descano's office claims the investigation is a partisan attack by the Trump administration.
- Virginia Dems split on DOJ probe of Soros-backed DA accused of giving 'sweetheart deals' to illegal aliens
The Department of Justice has opened an investigation into Fairfax County Prosecutor Steve Descano, who is accused of giving 'sweetheart deals' to illegal aliens. The investigation has prompted mixed reactions from Virginia Democrats. Descano has received campaign support from billionaire George Soros.
- Virginia Dems split on DOJ probe of Soros-backed DA accused of giving 'sweetheart deals' to illegal aliens
The Department of Justice has opened an investigation into Fairfax County Prosecutor Steve Descano, who is accused of giving lenient deals to illegal immigrants. Virginia Democrats have mixed reactions to the probe, with some dismissing it as a witch hunt and others reserving judgment. The investigation will focus on Descano's plea bargaining and sentencing policies.
- DOJ opens investigation into Soros-backed DA accused of shielding illegal immigrants from consequences
The Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano over allegations his office gave preferential treatment to criminal illegal immigrants. The investigation will examine whether Descano's office violated federal law by weighing immigration consequences in charging decisions and plea deals. Descano has faced criticism for his policies perceived to extend leniency to illegal immigrants.
- DOJ opens investigation into Soros-backed DA accused of shielding illegal immigrants from consequences
The Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Fairfax Commonwealth Attorney Steve Descano over allegations his office gave preferential treatment to criminal illegal immigrants. The investigation will examine whether Descano's office violated federal law by weighing immigration consequences in charging decisions and plea deals. This comes after criticism of Descano's policies perceived to extend leniency to illegal immigrants.
- Repeat offender with dozens of prior charges arrested for burglarizing church in Soros-backed DA's county
A 30-year-old repeat offender, Akuamoa Boateng, was arrested for burglarizing a Virginia church in Fairfax County, a jurisdiction led by a George Soros-backed prosecutor under congressional scrutiny. Boateng has a lengthy criminal history, including charges for drug possession, burglary, and a bomb threat, with some cases dismissed or sentences suspended.
- Repeat offender with dozens of prior charges arrested for burglarizing church in Soros-backed DA's county
A 30-year-old man with multiple prior charges, including burglary and drug offenses, was arrested for burglarizing a Virginia church in Fairfax County, a jurisdiction led by a George Soros-backed prosecutor under congressional scrutiny. The suspect, Akuamoa Boateng, had a history of criminal charges, some of which were dropped, and was recently tracked down within 24 hours by police.
- Soros-backed DA's lax illegal immigration policies led to 'preventable' bus stop stabbing murder: complaint
A federal complaint alleges that Fairfax County DA Steve Descano's lenient policies on illegal immigration contributed to the preventable murder of Stephanie Minter, who was stabbed by Abdul Jalloh, an undocumented immigrant with a criminal history. The Victims Rights Reform Council (VRRC) claims systemic failures in Descano's office, including discriminatory practices and indifference to public safety, led to the tragedy.
- Soros-backed DA's lax illegal immigration policies led to 'preventable' bus stop stabbing murder: complaint
A federal complaint alleges that Fairfax County prosecutor Steve Descano's lenient policies contributed to the 'preventable' murder of Stephanie Minter by an illegal immigrant with a criminal history. The Victims Rights Reform Council (VRRC) claims systemic failures in Descano's office, including discriminatory practices and indifference to public safety, led to the victim's death.
- Illegal immigrant Israel Flores Ortiz gets 360 days for groping girls at Fairfax County Va. High School
Israel Flores Ortiz, an undocumented immigrant from El Salvador, was sentenced to 360 days for groping female classmates at Fairfax High School. The case, tried in juvenile court due to the minors' ages, has sparked political debates over immigration policies and student safety.
- Soros-backed prosecutor set for Capitol Hill grilling as sanctuary policies face reckoning
Steve Descano, a George Soros-backed prosecutor in Fairfax County, Virginia, will testify before the House Judiciary Committee's immigration subcommittee on May 14 regarding sanctuary policies amid scrutiny over a murder linked to an illegal immigrant with a criminal history. The hearing will examine whether Fairfax's limited cooperation with federal immigration authorities endangered public safety, following concerns that prosecutors allowed the accused killer Abdul Jalloh to remain free. Minter's family is backing a recall effort against Descano.
- Soros-backed prosecutor set for Capitol Hill grilling as sanctuary policies face reckoning
Steve Descano, a Soros-backed prosecutor in Fairfax County, Virginia, will testify before the House Judiciary Committee on May 14 regarding the county's sanctuary policies amid scrutiny over a murder linked to an illegal immigrant with a criminal history. The hearing focuses on whether limited cooperation with federal immigration authorities contributed to public safety risks, following the fatal stabbing of Stephanie Minter by Abdul Jalloh.
- Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor
An 18-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, Israel Flores Ortiz, was convicted of nine counts of assault and battery after groping multiple high-school girls in Fairfax County, Virginia. Critics accused Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano of mishandling the case, including delaying witness subpoenas and undercharging the defendant.
- Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor
An 18-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, Israel Flores Ortiz, was convicted of nine counts of assault and battery after groping multiple high school girls in Virginia. Critics accused Soros-backed prosecutor Steve Descano of mishandling the case through delayed witness subpoenas and undercharging the defendant.