March 19, 2026
Contact: info@americanborderstory.org
RICHMOND, VA — On Tuesday, March 24th, The American Border Story (TABS) will host a press conference and vigil alongside the family of Stephanie Minter, Attorney General of Virginia Jason Miyares, and local lawmakers. Speakers will call for accountability and urgent policy changes following the preventable and horrific death of Stephanie Minter, who was killed by an illegal immigrant with a lengthy criminal record.
The event will highlight how Governor Spanberger’s policies limiting cooperation with federal law enforcement increase risks to public safety by allowing dangerous individuals to remain on Virginia’s streets—a failure that led to Stephanie’s tragic death. The event will also call for accountability from Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano for his role in repeatedly allowing the murderer, a repeat offender, to be released after multiple prior arrests.
Following the press conference, The American Border Story will lead a vigil honoring Stephanie’s life.
WHO:
- Cheryl Minter and the Minter family
- Former Attorney General of Virginia Jason Miyares
- Local lawmakers
- Leadership and representatives from The American Border Story
WHEN:
- Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
WHERE:
- Virginia State Capitol, N 10th St & Bank St, Richmond, VA 23219
WHY:
- Governor Spanberger’s reckless anti-law enforcement policies have weakened cooperation with federal authorities, enabling violent offenders who are in our country illegally to evade removal and remain in local communities. Speakers will explain how these policy failures led to Stephanie Minter’s death and will call for immediate action from Virginia leaders and attorneys general nationwide to restore immigration enforcement and prioritize public safety.
Press interested in attending should RSVP to info@americanborderstory.org or text 631-921-5749 for media inquiries.