U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) published several updates on its official Twitter account in late January 2026, addressing enforcement of immigration laws, technological solutions for self-deportation, and agricultural inspections.
On January 22, CBP announced a joint event with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), stating: "Join us NOW for a joint press conference with @ICEgov."
Later that day, CBP emphasized the federal government's stance on immigration enforcement by posting: "There are no sanctuaries that protect from immigration laws, if you are here illegally, you will be deported. Simplify the process and make things easier by using the CBP Home App to voluntarily self deport.
Learn more about the CBP Home App here: https://t.co/R98KskRwhYhttps://t.co/17HWsfGcK3" This statement comes amid ongoing debates over sanctuary policies in various U.S. cities.
On January 23, CBP highlighted an incident involving agricultural inspection at Detroit’s port of entry: "CBP agriculture specialists in Detroit intercepted an invasive grain pest that is quarantine significant. Thanks to specialized training and vigilance, a traveler was referred to secondary inspection when seeds for growing purposes were found in their luggage. Inside the bag was" The agency frequently reports interceptions of prohibited items as part of efforts to prevent the introduction of harmful pests into U.S. agriculture.
CBP is responsible for securing U.S. borders and enforcing customs, immigration, and agricultural laws at ports of entry across the country.
