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The United States ambassador to Mexico, Ronald Johnson, shared images showing the moments when Julio César Chávez Jr. was deported to Mexico after spending several weeks under ICE custody in a Texas facility.
The eldest son of legendary Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez was arrested at his home in Studio City, California, on July 2, after ICE determined that Chávez Jr. had made fraudulent statements during his immigration proceedings.
The boxer also had a residence thanks to his marriage to Frida Muñoz , who is an American citizen and the mother of his two children. When he met her
In addition, Chávez was accused of alleged links to Mexican drug traffickers.
“This Sinaloa Cartel affiliate with an active warrant for trafficking in weapons, ammunition, and explosives was detained by ICE. It is shocking that the previous administration identified this criminal illegal alien as a threat to public safety, but chose not to prioritize his deportation and allowed him to leave and re-enter our country. Under President Trump, no one is above the law, including world-famous athletes. Our message to any cartel affiliate in the U.S. is clear: we will find you, and you will face consequences. The days of unchecked cartel violence are over,” said Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security Tricia McLaughlin in announcing his arrest.
After spending more than a month and a half in ICE custody in a Texas jail, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) authorities processed him for expedited removal due to his undocumented status and noncompliance with immigration regulations.
The 39-year-old man was deported to Mexico on August 18, where he faces charges related to organized crime and arms, ammunition, and explosives trafficking.
This was the moment he arrived in his country, handcuffed and guarded by four security agents with their faces covered, presumably for his safety.
“The Department of Homeland Security has deported Julio César Chávez Jr. to Mexican authorities to face charges under Mexican law. This action reflects the strong cooperation between our governments, demonstrating that collaboration delivers results and strengthens the security of both nations,” the ambassador wrote in the text accompanying the photo.
@DHSgov deported Julio César Chávez Jr. to Mexican authorities to face charges under his country’s justice system. This action reflects the strong cooperation between our governments, showing that collaboration delivers results and advances the security of both nations. pic.twitter.com/25GuBv0axz
— Embajador Ronald Johnson (@USAmbMex) August 19, 2025
According to Mexican authorities, Chávez was detained on Tuesday at the Federal Social Readaptation Center (CEFERESO) No. 11, located in Hermosillo, Sonora.