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Two foreign nationals sentenced in Philadelphia for illegal reentry after deportation

Two Dominican nationals have been sentenced to prison this month for illegally returning to the United States after prior deportations. The cases are part of Operation Take Back America’s efforts against unlawful entry into the country.


Felon sentenced for drug conspiracy involving methamphetamine distribution in Tulsa

Kenneth Lee Camp has been sentenced for conspiring with others to distribute methamphetamine around Tulsa. The case involved multiple agencies and resulted in significant prison terms for all three defendants.


CBP officers arrest Canadian citizen wanted by U.S. Attorney’s Office in Nevada

A Canadian citizen was arrested at Niagara Falls by U.S. Customs and Border Protection on March 16 due to an outstanding federal warrant from Nevada related to wire fraud charges. The individual is being extradited following confirmation of his identity.


Tugboat captain charged in Biscayne Bay collision that killed three children

Federal authorities have charged a tugboat captain following a deadly collision on Biscayne Bay that killed three children last summer. Investigators say obstructed visibility and lack of proper lookout contributed to this tragic incident.


Diane J. Sabatino highlights CBP's agricultural interceptions and canine team graduation

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino detailed recent achievements by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in posts dated March 30-31, including agricultural product interceptions and canine team graduations.


U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement details arrest and promotes partnership programs

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement shared updates on March 31, 2026 about an arrest in Los Angeles as well as resources available for law enforcement partners nationwide.


Sudbury man pleads guilty to $7.8 million embezzlement from medical practices

Adam Gentile pleaded guilty on Mar. 31 in federal court to stealing more than $7.8 million from two Massachusetts medical practices over nearly ten years through fraudulent payroll schemes and misuse of company funds.


President Trump issues order on citizenship verification for federal elections

President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order establishing new procedures for verifying citizenship in federal elections. The measure mandates cooperation among key agencies like DHS, SSA, and USPS while setting standards for absentee ballot processing.


Fifty-two alleged gang members indicted for drug and firearms offenses in Puerto Rico

A federal grand jury has indicted 52 people linked with an alleged drug trafficking organization operating across multiple municipalities in Puerto Rico. Authorities say charges include conspiracy related to drugs and firearms offenses following a multi-agency investigation led by U.S., state, and local law enforcement partners.


Ludlow man charged with witness tampering and retaliation in federal case

Christopher Barbaro of Ludlow has been arrested on charges related to witness tampering connected with an ongoing sex trafficking case involving his grandson. Authorities allege he threatened a victim's father through calls and messages after law enforcement interviews took place.


Senator Cassidy raises concerns over Minnesota health data breach and state response

Senator Bill Cassidy raised concerns about a major data breach at Minnesota's Department of Human Services affecting over 300,000 people. His letter calls into question state actions taken after sensitive personal information was exposed during a cybersecurity incident.


A Corpus Christi man has pleaded guilty to producing child sexual abuse material involving a toddler following an investigation by federal authorities. He faces up to 30 years in prison when sentenced later this year. The case was prosecuted under Project Safe Childhood.


Guy Cummings sentenced to 50 months for illegal firearm possession in Washington

Guy Cummings has been sentenced to over four years in prison for illegal possession of a stolen firearm after fleeing police officers in Washington's Lincoln Heights neighborhood. The sentencing follows his conviction under an initiative targeting gun violence offenders.


Chief Michael W. Banks shares updates on border security infrastructure and new Rio Grande barriers

Chief Michael W. Banks posted updates on March 30 and March 31, 2026, detailing ongoing border infrastructure projects and the deployment of new waterborne barriers in the Rio Grande Valley Sector.


Hartford men indicted in Vermont on drug and firearm charges

Two Hartford men have been indicted in Vermont on charges related to drugs and firearms following an incident near North Troy earlier this month. Authorities say large quantities of narcotics were recovered after a high-speed attempt to evade law enforcement.


CBP officers seize fentanyl and heroin at San Ysidro Port of Entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced that its officers seized more than 20 pounds of fentanyl at San Ysidro Port of Entry in March—enough for millions of lethal doses—as well as three pounds of heroin hidden inside a car door. The driver faces federal charges.


Colombian national pleads guilty to burglary conspiracy targeting Asian American business owners

A Colombian national has pleaded guilty for his role in a series of coordinated burglaries targeting Asian American business owners across Oregon and Washington last fall. The case involved advanced surveillance tactics before suspects were apprehended following joint investigations by local police departments and federal agents.


Baltimore CBP officers seize 247 pounds of marijuana in four London-bound attempts at BWI

Customs officers at Baltimore Washington International Airport seized over two hundred pounds of marijuana headed for London across four recent incidents. Authorities say investigations are ongoing and warn against participating in smuggling operations.


Federal court sentences Albanian national to 25 years for international cocaine trafficking

An Albanian national has been sentenced to 25 years for leading an international cocaine smuggling ring involving thousands of kilograms shipped across continents. Authorities say coordinated law enforcement efforts disrupted sophisticated operations using ships and planned underwater drones.


Portland man charged with drug trafficking and firearm offenses after search warrant

A Portland man faces charges for alleged drug trafficking after authorities seized drugs and dozens of firearms from his home following an investigation led by federal agents. Officials emphasize that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.