Washington, March 9 -- Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz issued the following press release:

Today, Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15) secured the release of Antonio Gamez-Cuellar, an 18-year-old McAllen High School senior and celebrated member of the award-winning Mariachi Oro program, following her direct advocacy with the White House, incoming DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin, the office of White House Border Czar Tom Homan, and senior officials throughout the federal government.

"Antonio is going home. The Gamez-Cuellar family are valued members of our community. I was honored to stand with Antonio and his fellow mariachis when they visited my office last year, and I am honored to stand with him again. My work is not done. I will co...