Memorandum of Understanding Between CBP and Texas National Guard for Immigration Arrests

A memorandum of understanding between Customs and Border Protection and the State of Texas allows Texas National Guard soldiers to make immigration arrests within the state under the supervision of U.S. immigration officers or Border Patrol agents. This authority was granted to multiple federal law enforcement agencies shortly after President Trump's inauguration.

Customs and Border Protection's Nighttime Operations in El Paso Sector

Fox News reporter Brooke Taylor shares insights from a helicopter ride with Customs and Border Protection, showcasing advanced technology used to monitor migrant activity at night from miles away.

Appointment of Rodney Scott and Caleb Vitello by President-elect Donald Trump

Rodney Scott, former chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, has been chosen by President-elect Donald Trump to lead Customs and Border Protection. Trump also selected Caleb Vitello to serve as the acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Both agencies play crucial roles in immigration enforcement and border security.

Border Mayors' Perspectives on U.S.-Mexico Border Needs

Mayors in Arizona and Texas stress the importance of understanding the different needs of each section of the U.S.-Mexico border. They highlight the necessity for more Customs and Border Protection staff to facilitate legal crossings. Despite the focus on illegal border crossings, there is a steady stream of legal crossers for work, school, and commerce.

Corruption in U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Former U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer convicted of accepting bribes to allow drugs and illegal migrants to cross the southern border. Faces life in prison with a mandatory 10-year minimum sentence.

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Border Patrol releasing a man on the terror watchlist

Former ICE Chief of Staff under the Biden administration reacted to a report of Border Patrol releasing a man on the terror watchlist, stating it is rare but unacceptable. The incident is one of at least three involving suspected terrorists being released by Customs and Border Protection in the past two years.

Migrant Imposters Arrested at Juarez-Lincoln Port of Entry in Laredo, Texas

Customs and Border Protection officers at the Juarez-Lincoln Port of Entry in Laredo, Texas, arrested migrants attempting to assume the identity of U.S. citizens by using fake or valid birth certificates. The imposters were caught and arrested for immigration law violations.