Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino, a senior official at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), shared updates on CBP operations and initiatives through a series of posts on March 12, 2026.
In her first post, Sabatino highlighted an interactive experience related to the work of CBP agriculture specialists: "Experience the challenge of becoming a @CBP agriculture specialist searching for the Flighted Spongy Moth Egg Mass. Driven by the mission and using your keen eye and skills, you’ll defend America and our natural resources. Are you up for the challenge? PLAY NOW #OFOProud https://t.co/NXEGbElfyd" (March 12, 2026). The post emphasizes the importance of vigilance in protecting U.S. agriculture from invasive species.
Later that day, Sabatino reported on a recent narcotics interdiction involving CBP's K9 unit: ".@cbp brought in a specialized deterrent called BARO. Turns out, BARO is a four-legged officer with a nose for trouble! After a vehicle was flagged, K9 Baro and his @dfoelpaso handler sprang into action discovering 90 lbs. of meth. #MethBust #CBPFieldOps #CBP #ofoproud https://t.co/cwYFDG6cf4" (March 12, 2026).
Sabatino also referenced past infrastructure developments at border entry points: "#TBT - Feb 2025: @CBP, @USGSA, & @TxDOT announced partnership on an infrastructure improvement project at the Los Indios Port of Entry. This public-private partnership paves the way for transformative infrastructure improvements. @DFOLaredo #DAPinAction https://t.co/LKqV3SrKHk https://t.co/Ca68QUFijC" (March 12, 2026). This initiative reflects ongoing efforts by federal agencies to modernize border facilities through collaborative partnerships.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection regularly undertakes such measures to protect national security and facilitate lawful trade and travel at ports of entry across the country.
