U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has recently reported on several enforcement actions and upcoming security efforts through its official Twitter account.
On March 16, 2026, CBP shared details of a maritime interdiction off the California coast. The agency posted: "More illegal aliens stopped by @CBPAMO! 23 arrested in failed human smuggling attempt off the California Coast! On Saturday, DHC-8 and Multi-Role Enforcement Aircraft aircrews coordinated with a Coastal Interceptor Vessel Crew to intercept a panga-style vessel west of San https://t.co/LMpjQZikWw".
In another post dated March 17, 2026, CBP addressed its security preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. The tweet stated: "We are less than 100 days from the first match of @FIFAWorldCup 2026. CBP security starts before the games begin. We work with local, state, and federal partners to keep fans, players, and officials safe. → https://t.co/FUGFaEKp0k #WeAre26 #FIFAWorldCup #USHostsTheWorld https://t.co/q76vIwS7EL".
Later that day, CBP reported on an attempted illegal export at the Laredo port of entry: "Snake it 'til you make it? Laredo CBP officers intercepted 39 live pythons hidden within a trailer. The trailer was on its way to Mexico when the driver gave a negative declaration for prohibited goods. Exporting live reptiles from the United States to Mexico requires https://t.co/3L636SFPPL".
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is responsible for securing U.S. borders and facilitating lawful international travel and trade. The agency regularly coordinates with other federal, state, and local authorities in operations ranging from border interdictions to event security planning.
