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Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act would force DOD to target Jalisco Cartel leadership
By Federal Newswire | Feb 19, 2024
Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) has proposed a new legislation, titled the Jalisco Cartel Neutralization Act. This bill would mandate the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to strategize and execute plans aimed at eliminating the leadership of the Jalisco Cartel. In a recent press statement, Cotton declared that these cartels pose a greater threat than any terrorist organization in history and their dismantling is an imperative.
U.S. Rep. Curtis following trip to the border: 'The cartels are in charge, not the U.S. government.'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 16, 2024
U.S. Representative John Curtis (R-Utah) recently visited the southern border and observed that the control of cartels was superior to that of the U.S. In a press release, which Curtis posted on his website, he stated that this situation impacts all Americans, not just those residing on the border.
Chief Patrol Agent Garcia: Illegal alien 'sentenced to five years in prison for human smuggling'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 14, 2024
A 32-year-old Mexican national has been sentenced to 60 months in prison on charges related to human smuggling and illegal possession of a firearm, as revealed by Swanton Sector Chief Patrol Agent Robert Garcia on social media.
Border Patrol Chief Owens: 'Subject plead guilty to (human smuggling) and was sentenced to 18 months in prison'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 14, 2024
A Mexican national has been sentenced to 18 months in prison on charges of human smuggling, as announced by Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens via a social media post.
Port Director Alberto Flores on CBP officers: 'Seized millions worth in alleged methamphetamine, an addictive synthetic stimulant that causes a significant number of deaths nationwide'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 13, 2024
Alberto Flores, the Port Director at the Laredo Port of Entry, announced that officers from U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) intercepted a significant shipment of methamphetamine at the border. The officers discovered 1,033.96 pounds of alleged methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $9,507,568.
Border Patrol Chief: 'Subject is alive today thanks to the agents' CPR life-saving measures'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 13, 2024
A migrant's life was saved by Border Patrol agents, as revealed in a social media post by Chief Jason Owens.
El Centro Sector Chief Patrol Agent Gregory Bovino: 'Agents discovered thousands of gift cards, merchandise and 23 fake Pennsylvania drivers licenses'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 13, 2024
El Centro Sector Chief Patrol Agent, Gregory K. Bovino, has been consistently drawing attention to asylum seekers who violate laws in the United States. Recently, Bovino used a social media platform to announce the arrest of three Chinese nationals found with counterfeit merchandise and gift cards.
Chief Patrol Agent Bovino: 'Agents found 101 gift cards with stolen data, burglary tools and skimming devices in their car'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 13, 2024
El Centro Sector Chief Patrol Agent Gregory K. Bovino has expressed concern over asylum seekers resorting to criminal activities, as stated in his recent social media post. He highlighted the case of two Romanian nationals, who were on a visa and an asylum claim, apprehended for possession of burglary tools and stolen gift cards.
Chief Patrol Agent Bovino: 'Over $278K worth of dangerous drugs kept out of our communities'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 13, 2024
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a Mexican citizen carrying $278,000 worth of methamphetamine. The individual, who held an active border crossing card, was found with 154 pounds of the drug in his vehicle.
Border Patrol Chief Owens: 'Agents along the Southwest Border apprehended six felony sex offenders'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 12, 2024
Over the weekend, Border Patrol agents arrested six felony offenders, as revealed by Chief Jason Owens on X. This announcement followed closely on the heels of a significant narcotics seizure near Amado, Arizona, according to a news release from Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Woman arrested trying to smuggle $171,600 worth of meth and fentanyl through the Calexico West Port of Entry
By Federal Newswire | Feb 12, 2024
A U.S. citizen was apprehended and is set to face federal prosecution after officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discovered her in possession of cocaine and fentanyl. The arrest took place last week as the woman attempted to pass through the Calexico West Port of Entry.
El Paso Port Director Ray Provencio: 'CBP is on the front line of America’s fight against fentanyl and other dangerous drugs'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 12, 2024
Ray Provencio, the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) port director, has stated that Border Patrol officers are actively working to combat the fentanyl crisis. These comments were made in a press release from CBP, which also detailed a recent fentanyl seizure at the Southern border.
Border Patrol Chief Owens: 'We will always be there for our law enforcement partners'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 12, 2024
Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens recently disclosed on social media that a violent criminal was apprehended in San Diego, California, with the assistance of a canine unit. This information was made public by Owens on platform X.
Virginia's Global Guardian says cartel violence could increase in 2024 with Mexican elections
By Federal Newswire | Feb 12, 2024
In the 2024 Global Risk Assessment published by Global Guardian, experts predict an escalation in Mexican cartel violence for the upcoming year. The annual report classifies Mexico as a "high risk" area, attributing this status to potential changes that may arise from the country's 2024 elections.
Chief Patrol Agent Modlin: 'Migrants often resort to camouflage tactics to evade detection and capture'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 8, 2024
In a recent incident, Border Patrol Agents in the Tucson Sector apprehended migrants who were attempting to blend into the desert surroundings by wearing camouflage. This revelation was shared on social media by Chief Patrol Agent John R. Modlin.
Kansas Sheriff Jeff Richards: 'Small and rural agencies are not immune from the negative impacts caused by the activities of drug cartels'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 7, 2024
Sheriff Jeff Richards of Franklin County, Kansas, expressed his concerns to the Federal Newswire about the impact of the southern border crisis on smaller communities and law enforcement agencies. He emphasized the need for additional resources to effectively combat cartels.
Chief Patrol Agent: 'Over half a million dollars worth of dangerous drugs prevented from entering our communities'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 7, 2024
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents recently seized over 250 pounds of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $450,396, during a checkpoint stop. The driver, a 43-year-old permanent resident who was operating a semi-truck, has been arrested on drug charges related to the incident.
Chief Patrol Agent: 'Indio agents seized approximately, 302.7 pounds of meth'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 7, 2024
El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents recently seized over 50 pounds of methamphetamine, estimated to have a street value of $94,000, in two separate traffic incidents. The drivers involved, both Mexican nationals, are set to be deported.
Border Patrol Chief: Agents have 'apprehended +160 undocumented subjects with gang affiliations' during 2024 fiscal year
By Federal Newswire | Feb 7, 2024
Over 150 undocumented immigrants with connections to cartels have been apprehended since the commencement of the 2024 fiscal year on October 1, as stated in a social media post by Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens.
Governor Abbott: 'President Biden has abandoned his constitutional duty to protect Americans by refusing to secure our southern border'
By Federal Newswire | Feb 6, 2024
Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently affirmed the state's commitment to securing the southern border, despite what he perceives as a lack of support from President Biden. His remarks were delivered at a press conference addressing the border crisis, attended by several state governors.
