Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino, who oversees operations at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), recently used her social media platform to highlight the agency's ongoing initiatives and enforcement actions. In a series of posts on February 8 and 9, 2026, Sabatino addressed CBP's efforts in combating fentanyl trafficking, reminded travelers about declaration requirements, and reported on a recent arrest in Laredo, Texas.
On February 8, 2026, Sabatino emphasized CBP’s role in addressing the fentanyl crisis: "#DYK that @CBP is on the frontline against fentanyl? CBP is committed to stopping the flow of fentanyl and the devastation it is wreaking on American lives and communities. Learn more about our efforts: https://t.co/gvCcKPQRJo https://t.co/l2qwDcEVq0". Fentanyl remains a leading cause of overdose deaths in the United States, with law enforcement agencies like CBP focusing resources on intercepting illicit shipments at borders.
Later that day, Sabatino issued travel guidance for those entering the United States: " Traveling to the U.S.? Here’s what you need to know!
Declare all gifts & agricultural items—some can carry harmful pests! Carrying over $10,000 USD? You must declare it—no penalty for declaring, only for not
Travel smart. Declare everything. Stay safe in 2026.
#OFOproud https://t.co/zzEaNWtxMD". The reminders reflect ongoing efforts by CBP to prevent biosecurity threats from agricultural imports and ensure compliance with currency reporting regulations at ports of entry.
On February 9, 2026, Sabatino reported an enforcement action involving a wanted individual: "CBP officers in Laredo, Texas, detained an illegal alien wanted on a felony warrant for a sexual crime against a child while conducting outbound enforcement operations. The individual was taken into custody to face criminal proceedings.
#OFOproud https://t.co/4fkv2CtVFP". Such detentions are part of routine border security operations conducted by CBP officers across various entry points.
Sabatino’s updates reflect key responsibilities of U.S. Customs and Border Protection—the largest federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security—including narcotics interdiction, traveler screening, and apprehension of individuals wanted for serious crimes. These activities form part of broader national strategies aimed at protecting public health and safety as well as maintaining secure borders.
