The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed a second flight carrying individuals deemed "dangerous criminal aliens" arrived at Guantanamo Bay. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the transfer on social media, specifying that the individuals on board were gang members from Venezuela, including one who confessed to homicide and another wanted for escaping jail and aggravated robbery.

This image shows migrants boarding a military flight to Guantanamo Bay. (Department of Homeland Security)

Other alleged offenses committed by those on the flight include weapons trafficking, robbery, drug distribution, assault, and impersonation fraud. Reports indicate some of the individuals are suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang. This follows an initial flight with similar detainees earlier in the week.

Secretary Noem visited the Guantanamo Bay facility to assess the detention and processing center. This visit comes after President Trump's directive to prepare the base to potentially hold up to 30,000 individuals.

Homeland Security Kristi Noem joins an ICE raid in New York City. (Department of Homeland Security)

Approximately 380 service members are currently supporting operations at the naval station, with numbers expected to adjust based on DHS needs. The Department of Defense (DOD) emphasized the temporary nature of the arrangement, stating the detainees will be held in vacant facilities until they can be deported or transferred to another appropriate location.

DHS clarified that Guantanamo Bay will house only the most serious offenders. This action is part of a broader deportation effort initiated by the Trump administration, which includes declaring a national emergency at the border and deploying military personnel. ICE agents are reportedly making over 1,000 arrests per day.

New procedures require the acting director's signature for any release of detainees from ICE custody. Additionally, ICE has requested approximately $575 million in advanced funding to expedite operations, aiming to increase detention capacity and deportations.