According to Fox News, a suspected Tren de Aragua gang member was arrested by the Tennessee Highway Patrol in a coordinated effort with ICE on May 7, 2025 (source: Fox News Twitter). This high-profile law enforcement action signals increasing scrutiny on cross-border criminal networks, which have previously exploited cryptocurrencies for money laundering. Traders should watch for potential regulatory responses targeting illicit crypto flows, as heightened enforcement could impact on-chain transaction volumes and the compliance requirements for US-based exchanges.