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Ines Soto sentenced to 50 years for role in protest at Texas ICE detention center.

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Ines Soto has been sentenced to a 50-year prison term in connection with a protest that occurred outside the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado, Texas. The protest, which took place last year, culminated in a police officer being shot. Soto's wife, Elizabeth, also received the same 50-year sentence. These recent sentencing decisions mark the latest developments in a case that has seen seven individuals, including Soto, receive prison time. Prosecutors have alleged that those involved in the protest were linked to antifa. The case is significant as it could potentially influence how future protests are handled, particularly those related to immigration detention centers. The sentencing of Soto and others underscores the legal ramifications for individuals participating in such demonstrations.
Last updated: July 2, 2026