This report highlights the U.S. Department of Justice's work to dismantle MS-13 over the past four years.
The Department of Justice's efforts have resulted in the prosecution of at least 749 MS-13 defendants. So far, more than 500 MS-13 defendants have been sentenced to prison, including 37 who received life sentences, according to the report. Many other defendants are awaiting trial, including two against whom the Department is seeking the death penalty. Others are pending sentencing. Approximately 74% of the MS-13 defendants prosecuted during the past four years are in the United States illegally, according to the report. Federal law enforcement agencies have expanded partnerships with their international counterparts, which has led to increased intelligence sharing.