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U.S. Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens recently praised the efforts of agents in Puerto Rico and the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Maritime Operations (AMO) for a significant cocaine seizure, via an announcement on social media platform X.
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A Mexican national, previously convicted on felony charges related to narcotics distribution, was recently detained by Border Patrol agents at the Nogales Station. The announcement was made by Chief Patrol Agent John R. Modlin on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter).
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in collaboration with the Department of Labor and other local, state, and federal agencies, has announced that it has secured the labor rights of over 1,000 noncitizen workers. This initiative grants migrant and immigrant workers who experience or witness workplace labor or civil rights violations temporary protection against deportation and access to work authorization.
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Miami Sector Border Patrol agents persist in their efforts to apprehend Cuban immigrants, responding to frequent migrant landings, as stated by Acting Chief Patrol Agent Samuel Briggs II. The information was disseminated by Briggs via social media.
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U.S. Border Patrol agents, operating along the southwest border, successfully seized over 1,000 pounds of narcotics during the past weekend, as stated by Chief Jason Owens. The announcement was made on X (formerly known as Twitter).
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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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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a stern warning to Texas state officials, urging them to cease their obstruction of Border Patrol agents' access to a public park in Eagle Pass. The DHS has threatened legal action and deemed the state's seizure of the area as "clearly unconstitutional" in a recent letter.
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A Honduran man, aged 32, with a prior felony record, has been sentenced to prison, as reported by Chief Patrol Agent Sean L. McGoffin of the Yuma sector in a social media post. The announcement was made on X, previously known as Twitter.
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U.S. Border Patrol agents from the Ramey Sector successfully foiled a maritime smuggling attempt near Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, as reported by Chief Patrol Agent Desi D. Deleon in a social media post. The Ramey Sector oversees 730-shore border miles across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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U.S. Border Patrol agents in the Tucson sector recently thwarted a human smuggling attempt, resulting in the apprehension of seven undocumented migrants, as announced by Chief Jason Owens on X (formerly Twitter).
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A Honduran national has been sentenced to prison for illegal possession of a firearm, as announced by Samuel Briggs II, the acting chief patrol agent of the U.S. Border Patrol Miami sector, via a social media post. The case was investigated by the West Palm Beach office of the Border Patrol following the individual's arrest during a traffic stop.
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United States Border Patrol Chief, Jason Owens, recently announced via social media that a joint effort with the Mexican government led to the arrest of three known human traffickers. The joint law enforcement tactic between countries was created to stem the flow of drugs and weapons.
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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently marked the anniversary of a department established to consolidate its efforts in protecting America from weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. The occasion also saw a renewed commitment towards its reauthorization.
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Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), recently paid a visit to Eagle Pass, Texas to discuss the ongoing immigration crisis at the southwest border. During his visit, Mayorkas met with local city officials and Border Patrol agents to listen to their concerns.
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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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Alejandro Mayorkas, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has used social media to communicate that the federal government will persist in conducting removal flights for migrants who enter the country illegally. He also encouraged migrants to utilise the "pathways" that have been enhanced for legal entry into the country.
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Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas recently made a national television appearance to advocate for Congress's approval of emergency supplemental funding. The Republican leadership has stalled the funds, demanding that the Biden administration address what they perceive as critical issues on the southwestern border. However, Mayorkas argues that the funding would provide solutions in the form of technological advancements and additional manpower.