Acting Chief Patrol Agent: 'Our agents remain committed to our border security mission'

Drug traffickers attempting to smuggle methamphetamine into America through the San Diego border sector are repeatedly thwarted by local and federal authorities. These operations are part of a larger regional initiative that collaborates with different agencies to prevent the spread of illicit drugs.

Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol agents in Texas intercepted six marijuana smuggling attempts within two days, aided by multiple law enforcement agencies. These operations took place across different locations and involved various arrestees and seizures.

U.S. Customs and Border (CBP) Patrol Chief Jesse Owens recently took to Platform X to advocate for more flights to return illegal aliens back to their country. This initiative aims to reinforce law enforcement on immigration and discourage illegal entry into the United States.

Ammon Blair, a former US Border Patrol agent, stated that Mexican drug cartels and criminal smugglers have the capabilities to run a fake documents network. This network provides immigrants with fraudulent IDs that allow them to work in the United States, contributing to the child labor and human trafficking problems at the Southern border. This ongoing issue has not only increased crime rates but also created serious socio-economic impacts.

James Owens, Chief Patrol Agent of U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), shared that multiple warrants led to the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, meth, handguns, assault weapons in New York. This recent seizure is part of USBP's ongoing efforts to curtail drug trafficking and illegal arms possession in the country.

A new government subsidiary has been established, and will team up with private companies, to enhance the U.S. supply chain. This initiative is a part of the Biden Administration's strategy to strengthen national security and economic resilience.

Border Patrol agents near the Del Rio sector continue to apprehend sex offenders who are trying to enter the U.S. illegally. This is part of an ongoing operation aimed at ensuring national security and maintaining public safety.

Border Patrol agents in El Paso continue to counter human smugglers looking to make a profit with bringing in undocumented immigrants into America. The relentless operations are part of the United States' efforts to maintain border integrity and uphold immigration laws.

Border Patrol agents in the Rio Grande Valley had an eventful holiday weekend keeping the border secure, according to Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. This took place during the Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend.

According to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, more illicit fentanyl has been seized by border agents in the 2023 fiscal year than any previous year. This suggests that Mexican drug cartels are still producing fentanyl at a high rate, despite reports that production of the substance has been banned by cartels in certain areas. The increase in seizure raises questions about the effectiveness of these bans.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) expects the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to safely screen airport passengers as they make their way home from Thanksgiving festivities. This operation is a part of the ongoing commitment of DHS to maintain national security even during major holidays.

Border Patrol agents in the San Diego sector made a substantial meth bust this week in an endeavor backed by federal and local law enforcement agencies. The bust was a result of Operation Apollo, a regional operation aimed at curbing illicit synthetic narcotics trafficking.

Border Patrol agents in the San Diego sector made a substantial fentanyl bust this week, which is being spearheaded by a collaborative effort of local and federal law enforcement agencies to combat narcotics. This operation forms part of an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking across the U.S.-Mexico border.

The United States Border Patrol has been busy the past two months seizing everything from drugs to real estate. This aggressive action comes amidst a nationwide battle against drug trafficking and other illicit activities.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers, during an outbound examination at the Gateway to the Americas Bridge in Laredo, seized over $125,000 in unreported currency hidden within a vehicle. The seizure took place on November 20, further highlighting the vigilant efforts of CBP officers in maintaining law and order.