Protections for Migrant Children in Texas Border Facilities to Expire Days After Trump Takes Office
A settlement requiring "safe and sanitary" conditions in CBP child holding facilities is ending, raising concerns about child welfare under uncertain detention policies.
CBP Nets Millions in Narcotics with Three Major Drug Seizures Across Texas Border
From fuel tanks to pepper shipments, CBP officers intercept heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine worth millions in early December enforcement operations.
Border Patrol Agents Under Fire in HRW Report for Denying Asylum, Expelling Families to Danger
"Agents were often abusive and seemed unwilling to follow US and international human rights law," said the border policy director at the organization
CBP to Expand Eye Recognition Data Collection And Aims for Total Adoption in Border Apprehensions
The technology is favored for its long-term stability, but privacy advocates warn of potential data misuse.
A Closer Look at the Immigration Initiatives Trump is Expected to Enact Swiftly in his Second Term
From shutting down the CBP One App to using immigration as a diplomatic policy, Trump is expected to get to work early in his second term
Six Smugglers Charged For Death of Guatemalan Migrant After Leaving Him Stranded At a Texas Ranch
The victim told his smugglers he was hiding from a rancher hours before his dying.
'Pure Evil': Former CBP Employee Sentenced for Kidnapping and Murdering 'Estranged' Wife
The defendant invited his wife to a dinner date and instead drove her to his mother's house, where his half-brother strangled her to death.
As Fears of Trump's Border Policies Mount, Migrants Worry New Admin Will End Asylum Appointments
Immigrants fear that already-scheduled appointments for asylum interviews through the CBP One app might be in jeopardy
U.S. Customs and Border Protection Has Increased Its Support to Agents Amid Mental Health Crisis
In 2022, CBP reported 15 suicides by personnel, prompting the agency to rethink its strategy of taking care of its employees
As Border Surveillance Gets Increasingly High Tech, Cartels Now Use Devices to Jam CBP Drones
Officials say that the devices being used by the "Cartel del Noreste" can detect nearby unmanned aircraft systems.
Three Children Rescued from Alleged Human Traffickers in California, CBP Says
Alleged traffickers used sedatives and American birth certificates to smuggle the minors across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Over 200 Border Officials Are Under Investigation for Smuggling, Sex Assault and Bribery, Report Shows
The report also warns that the full picture could be significantly worse, as CBP is also probing allegations of crimes against children
Report reveals 'systemic child abuse' of unaccompanied immigrant children by CBP
Immigration advocates have filed complaints protesting the treatment of children in CBP custody, demanding an investigation and reforms.
Texas lawmaker says blimp surveillance program could return with improved technology
DHS announced the ending of the program this week citing a lack of funding
San Diego County reports two cases of migrants trying to board school buses
The Jamul-Dulzura Union School District plans to hold a community meeting on Aug. 31 to address the issue
Weeks after largest fentanyl seizure ever, CBP announces biggest cocaine haul of the year at port of entry
Officers at the Rio Grande City International Bridge discovered $3 million worth of cocaine stashed within a shipment of charcoal
Border Patrol agents ordered to stop discarding migrant's belongings after hundreds of complaints
The Government Accountability Office issued a report in April documenting instances of migrants losing birth certificates, cash and clothing
CBP announces seizure of over 600 pounds of methamphetamine hidden within a shipment of celery
The episode is not the only one involving produce this month as CBP also reports seizing $5 million worth of meth disguised within a shipment of watermelons
Migrant crossings have plummeted more than 80% since their December peak
Lawful pathways for migrants to enter the U.S. are just one of the reasons authorities credit for the notable reduction
Assaults on Border Patrol agents have seen a 'significant rise', CBP data shows
66 El Paso Sector Border Patrol agents have been assaulted in the 2023-2024 fiscal year so far
Border Patrol looking into using 'risk-based' facial recognition tech for US entry
The initiative is part of CBP's efforts to comply with a Congressional mandate to biometrically record all foreign nationals entering and exiting the U.S.
A Texas landowner is suing CBP for the second time for trying to take his land to build border wall
The federal government claims that a portion of Florentino Luera's land does not belong to him
US To See Massive Surge In Travelers During Summer Months, Customs And Border Protection Officials Warn
Officials advise travelers to get tourist permits online and check Border Wait Times on the CBP website to make things easier.
Laredo's Juárez-Lincoln Bridge to experience temporary traffic shift for drainage improvement project
In a typical year, more than 3 million vehicles cross the bridge
Border Patrol tequila? Top officials under scrutiny for partying with Mexican mogul who proposed it
The plan has ben rejected and CBP has launched an internal probe
No Chrysanthemums! CBP warns against attempting to cross certain flowers over the border for Mother's Day
Chrysanthemums are not allowed in because they can carry a fungus and infect local plants and agriculture
Mexican Cartels Controlling Southern Border Endangering Americans, Official Says
Mexican cartels now pose more of a threat to Americans as they smuggle violent criminals hidden among illegal migrants.
US Customs And Border Protection Launches Online Appointment App For Migrants
The United States government has just launched an online appointment system for migrants seeking to enter the country.
Police Seize 28 Pounds Of Cocaine Worth Almost Half A Million Dollars From Woman's Wheelchair
A woman was busted by airport security for attempting to smuggle half-a-million dollars worth of cocaine into the United States.
CBP Discovers $60,000 Worth Of Methamphetamine Hidden Inside Child Booster Seats
A U.S. citizen was arrested after CBP found $60,000 worth of methamphetamine hidden inside child booster seats.