McAllen's City Commissioner for Place 4, Rodolfo Castillo, is accused of using his used clothing business as a front for a smuggling operation.
A federal criminal complaint, obtained by CHANNEL 5 NEWS, details an investigation into Rodolfo and Bertha Castillo that included confidential informants and undercover agents.
Rodolfo and Bertha Castillo had a bond hearing on Friday.
The court heard testimony from a Homeland Security Investigations special agent, who said he had been part of the investigation for two months.
The judge granted the couple bond. Bertha's bond was set at $75,000 and Rodolfo's bond was set at $100,000.
The prosecution was seeking for detention without bond for the Castillo's and have filed an appeal. Rodolfo and Bertha will remain in custody of the U.S. Marshal's