U.S. Customs And Border Protection
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Recent News About U.S. Customs And Border Protection
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El Centro Sector Chief Patrol Agent, Gregory K. Bovino, has been consistently drawing attention to asylum seekers who violate laws in the United States. Recently, Bovino used a social media platform to announce the arrest of three Chinese nationals found with counterfeit merchandise and gift cards.
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U.S. Border Patrol's San Diego sector agents remain committed to their duties of apprehending migrants, confiscating narcotics, and rescuing distressed migrants, as stated by Chief Patrol Agent Patricia D. McGurk-Daniel. She announced this on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
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The Tucson sector of the U.S. Border Patrol has been active in recent days, apprehending illegal immigrants, seizing narcotics, and conducting rescue operations for migrants in distress. This information was shared by Chief Patrol Agent John R. Modlin on X (formerly known as Twitter).
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A member of an El Salvadorian gang, previously convicted for selling narcotics, has been apprehended by American law enforcement officials. This was revealed in a social media post by U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens on X (formerly Twitter).
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Border Patrol agents in the Tucson Sector had a busy week safeguarding the border, as reported by Chief Patrol Agent John R. Modlin. He also disclosed on social media that a Mexican citizen was recently convicted for assaulting an agent.
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The U.S. Border Patrol is in mourning following the loss of one of their agents, as revealed by Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino in a social media post. Agent Maxwell T. Zakar has passed away, according to Bovino's statement on X.
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The U.S. Border Patrol's Swanton sector in Vermont continues to maintain vigilance in its border patrolling duties. According to a recent social media post by Swanton Sector Chief Patrol Agent Robert Garcia, the months of October and November saw an increased level of activity compared to the combined total for the fiscal years 2021 and 2022.
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As the holiday season approaches, online shoppers are being warned to stay vigilant against counterfeit items. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reported that over $23.2 million worth of such items were confiscated during the 2023 fiscal year, which spans from October 1, 2022, to the end of August 2023. These goods would have been valued at over $2.8 billion if they were genuine.
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Border Patrol agents in the El Centro sector successfully confiscated a total of 218 pounds of liquid methamphetamine from a vehicle last week, estimated to be worth $328,000.
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The El Paso region continues to be a hotspot for smugglers intent on distributing drugs or migrants across the United States. Chief Border Patrol Agent Jason Owens recently reported via Twitter that agents in the area apprehended a significant group of individuals, including a sex offender and a murderer.
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Border Patrol agents in the Laredo sector made a sizable meth bust recently that took roughly 112 pounds of the drug off the streets and has a motorist facing smuggling charges. The incident, which led to a significant dent in drug trafficking activities, occurred with the assistance of Duval County Sheriff's Office during a vehicle stop.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott continues to highlight border security measures he believes have protected the state because of perceived federal government inaction. These efforts are part of Operation Lone Star, a multi-agency initiative aimed at curbing the flow of illegal activities and immigration into Texas.
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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.
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A group of undocumented individuals were not able to thwart off being apprehended by Laredo Border Patrol agents despite utilizing a tactic they hoped would allow them to avoid detection, according to Chief Patrol Agent Joel Martinez. The incident occurred when the migrants attempted to conceal their tracks by wearing carpet on the soles of their shoes.
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Border Patrol agents in the Rio Grande Valley had an eventful weekend when it came to arrests and seizures, according to Chief Patrol Agent Gloria I. Chavez. This occurred as part of their ongoing effort to secure the border region.
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United States Border Patrol agents were busy this weekend keeping narcotics from entering the country. The activity was centered at various ports of entry, where agents discovered over 800 pounds of drugs.
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El Centro Border Patrol agents recently found drugs with a street value of over $100,000 within the engine of a vehicle. This seizure adds to the ongoing battle against drug trafficking across US borders.
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has confirmed the apprehension of four Iranians since the beginning of October.
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Approximately 13,000 migrants have been released at transit stations in San Diego since September 13, with 500 more arriving daily, according to AP News. This has created an "unprecedented humanitarian crisis" in the city, as U.S. Border Patrol releases migrants onto the streets due to overcrowded shelters. The situation is putting a strain on local charities and aid organizations, who are struggling to cope with the influx of migrants and the lack of government funding.
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The Biden administration, it seems, has restarted construction of the border wall President Biden maintains doesn’t work. Better late than never. But chances are the crisis at the Southern Border is already worse than it appears.