Chávez Jr. Arrested, Faces Deportation and Cartel Charges

Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr., son of the legendary champion, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Studio City, California, just days after losing a high-profile fight to Jake Paul. Authorities allege Chávez Jr. overstayed a B2 tourist visa that expired in February 2024 and made multiple fraudulent statements on his green card application based on his marriage to Frida Muñoz, who is reportedly connected to the Guzmán family. He faces expedited deportation to Mexico, where he is wanted for alleged involvement in organized crime, trafficking firearms, ammunition, and explosives, and is suspected of ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. Although previously flagged as a public safety threat, Chávez was allowed reentry into the U.S. in January 2025 under the Biden administration, but his arrest and removal were later prioritized. Chávez's attorney has called the allegations 'outrageous,' and extradition proceedings to Mexico have begun. The case has attracted significant attention due to Chávez Jr.'s sporting fame, alleged cartel ties, and ongoing questions about U.S. immigration policy enforcement.