Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posted a series of updates on March 29, 2026, highlighting CBP's preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, an upcoming virtual career expo, and a recent drug seizure at the San Ysidro port of entry.
In a post published at 00:00:01 UTC, Sabatino stated, "CBP is ready to welcome fans while protecting America’s gateways throughout the @FIFAWorldCup 2026. Travel tips: https://t.co/awJREqxsrc https://t.co/Xe7MHZuJxB".
Later that day at 14:00:49 UTC, she announced an opportunity for those interested in careers with CBP. Sabatino wrote, "Registration is now open! Join us at the Spring Virtual Career Expo on March 31. You'll see our team share insights about life at CBP, their duties and their experiences then have the opportunity for a live Q&A."
At 18:00:04 UTC on the same day, Sabatino reported a law enforcement action by CBP officers in California. She shared, "CBP officers in San Ysidro, California, seized 140 pounds of methamphetamine hidden inside a vehicle’s floor after a CBP K9 alerted to the smuggling attempt. Officers uncovered 107 concealed packages, stopping the drugs before they could reach U.S. communities.
#OFOproud"
CBP frequently issues travel guidance during major international events such as the FIFA World Cup to ensure smooth processing at ports of entry and enhance security measures for large numbers of arriving visitors.
The agency also regularly hosts recruitment events like virtual career expos to inform potential applicants about job opportunities and daily responsibilities within CBP.
Drug interdiction remains one of CBP's core missions. The San Ysidro port of entry is among the busiest land border crossings between the United States and Mexico and is known as a critical location for preventing illegal narcotics from entering U.S. communities.
