Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shared a series of updates on her official Twitter account in early June 2026, highlighting personnel changes, organizational milestones, and enforcement actions at the border.
On June 1, Sabatino publicly acknowledged the appointment of Rosario “Pete” Vasquez as the new Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. In her post, she wrote, “Congratulations to Rosario “Pete” Vasquez on his appointment as the next @USBPChief! We wish him success in leading the US Border Patrol and look forward to continuing our strong partnership in safeguarding America’s borders to carry out @CBP’s mission. #HonorFirst #OFOProud”.
Later that day, Sabatino referenced the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence by noting CBP’s long-standing history. She stated, “As America celebrates 250 years, @CBP’s Office of Field Operations continues our own mission that began in 1789. Protecting America has always started at the border–follow us to see why we’ll always be #OFOProud during #Freedom250 and beyond.” The CBP was established shortly after the founding of the United States, with its mission evolving over centuries to include modern border security operations.
On June 2, Sabatino reported a recent drug interdiction effort at Eagle Pass Port of Entry (POE). Her tweet read, “STOPPED AT THE PORT Eagle Pass POE A traveler headed through the bus pedestrian lane got sent to secondary. The bag looked normal. The scan said otherwise. Inside corn grinders, CBP officers found 8 packages containing 18.25 lbs of cocaine. #OFOproud”. This incident underscores ongoing efforts by CBP officers to intercept illegal narcotics at ports of entry.
The CBP’s Office of Field Operations is responsible for securing America’s borders at official ports of entry and plays a critical role in national security by preventing illegal activities such as drug smuggling while facilitating lawful trade and travel.