Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino used her official Twitter account on May 2, 2026, to highlight recent enforcement actions and public safety messages from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
In a post dated May 2, 2026, Sabatino warned about the dangers and legal consequences of flying drones near stadiums during the FIFA World Cup 2026. She stated: "During @FIFAWorldCup 2026, flying a drone near stadiums is illegal and dangerous. Violations risk:
drone confiscation
pilot certificate revocation
fines up to $100,000
Report suspicious activity to 911 or the @FBI."
Later that day, Sabatino shared an incident involving passengers arriving from Ecuador at Atlanta’s airport. According to her tweet from May 2, 2026: "It was double trouble for passengers arriving from Ecuador when @DFOAtlanta K9s Oliver & Mookie alerted to bags from related passengers. Ag specialists found beef, pork, potatoes, wood bark & propagative material. All items were destroyed to protect US agriculture. #OFOProud"
In another post on May 2, 2026, Sabatino reported an attempt to smuggle methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of Legos. She wrote: "Meth tried to sneak into a set of Legos! @cbp officers spotted anomalies in a shipment manifested as Legos and conducted a physical inspection. They discovered over 11 lbs. of meth. Thanks to @DFOSanFrancisco for making sure your bricks stay squeaky clean.
#KeepingAmericaSafe"
The warnings about drone use reflect heightened security protocols surrounding major international events such as the FIFA World Cup, which is scheduled to take place in North America in summer 2026. CBP regularly coordinates with other federal agencies during these events to ensure public safety.
The interdiction efforts described in the tweets underscore CBP’s dual mission of border security and agricultural protection. Prohibited food products and plant materials can introduce pests or diseases that threaten domestic crops and livestock—a risk mitigated by specialized canine teams and agricultural inspectors at ports of entry.
The seizure of methamphetamine highlights ongoing challenges faced by customs officials in detecting narcotics hidden among everyday goods entering the United States.
