Customs and Border Protection
Coverage of Customs and Border Protection in the Nexus archive.
- Mamdani backed DSA candidate Darializa Chevalier blasted border patrol as ‘steeped in anti-Blackness and Islamophobia’
Darializa Chevalier, a DSA candidate backed by Mamdani, argues in her paper that TTRT and Customs and Border Protection counterterrorism policies function within a 'permanent state of exception' driven by 'anti-Blackness and Islamophobia.'
- Three illegal immigrants carrying AK-style rifles arrested at US-Mexico border
Three Mexican nationals were arrested by Customs and Border Protection near Presidio, Texas, for carrying AK-style rifles. The individuals, identified as Edgar Barrios-Najera, Misael Hernandez-Rodriquez, and Braulio Murrillo-Tevarez, were apprehended on June 27.
- Trump’s $46 billion ‘smart wall’ with Mexico bets on AI and scale
The U.S. is building a 'smart wall' along the Mexico border with $46 billion in funding, combining physical barriers and advanced technology like sensors and cameras. Critics argue it militarizes the border and harms communities, while officials claim it enhances surveillance and frees agents for other tasks.
- Border agents uncover $3.7M in cocaine masquerading as a cucumber delivery
CBP agents seized $3.7 million worth of cocaine hidden in a tractor-trailer shipment of cucumbers at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas. The 278.88-pound haul was discovered during a canine inspection and imaging scan, highlighting ongoing smuggling challenges despite a decline in border crossings.
- Border agents uncover $3.7M in cocaine masquerading as a cucumber delivery
CBP agents seized $3.7 million in cocaine disguised as cucumbers at the Pharr International Bridge in Texas. The 278.88-pound haul highlights ongoing smuggling challenges despite a decline in border crossings. CBP has recently intercepted multiple drug-laden shipments, including those disguised as roses and carrots.
- Who Were The Midway Blitz Border Patrol Agents? Most Were Veteran Immigration Officers
About 300 Border Patrol agents with extensive experience participated in Operation Midway Blitz in the Chicago area, using force including tear gas, tasers, and lethal shots. Their incident reports often contradicted body-camera footage, and leadership, including Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino, supported their aggressive tactics. Agents cited 'Presidential Executive Orders' as justification for their actions.
- CBP touts historic milestone, pushes for even larger workforce: 'We aren’t stopping here'
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has reached a record 21,471 agents, the largest workforce in its 102-year history, and plans to expand further toward 25,000 agents. The agency cites competitive pay, benefits, and hiring incentives, supported by $64 billion and $26 billion in funding from the Trump administration’s Big Beautiful Bill and recent Department of Homeland Security funding measures.
- CBP touts historic milestone, pushes for even larger workforce: 'We aren’t stopping here'
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reached a historic staffing milestone with 21,471 agents, the most in its 102-year history, and aims to expand further toward 25,000 agents. The agency cited funding from the Trump administration's 'Big Beautiful Bill' and a recent $26 billion allocation for manpower, alongside competitive incentives up to $60,000 to attract recruits, including veterans.
- The clock is ticking on Trump's border wall
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin claims the primary border wall will be completed by next year, but only 10% of the planned wall is finished, requiring a construction pace of over 13 miles per week. Challenges include lawsuits, land access negotiations, and delays typical of large projects, with current progress at 2.6 miles per week. CBP has filed eminent domain lawsuits to secure private land and adjusted the wall's route after local pushback.
- National Guard patrols border from Anapra to Zaragoza Bridge
Specialized units of Mexico’s National Guard have begun patrolling the Mexican side of the U.S.-Mexico border in Ciudad Juarez to conduct surveillance and crime prevention. These efforts coincide with similar operations by U.S. Border Patrol and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on the American side.
- West Texas group sues Trump admin. over border wall project
A West Texas economic development group sued the Trump administration over a border wall project, alleging it violates federal law by failing to obtain required permissions for construction over a levee system and increases flood risks. The Presidio Municipal Development District argues the project could block water flow from arroyos and creeks into the Rio Grande, potentially causing catastrophic flooding. Customs and Border Protection stated the wall's construction plans, funded by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, are still in the planning stages.
- West Texas group sues Trump admin. over border wall project
A West Texas economic development group sued the Trump administration over a border wall project, alleging it violates federal law by failing to obtain required permissions and increases flood risks. The Presidio Municipal Development District claims the wall's construction over a levee system could cause catastrophic flooding, with legal representatives seeking emergency relief to block the project. The Trump administration responded that the border barrier plans are still in development.
- West Texas group sues Trump admin. over border wall project
An economic development group in West Texas sued the Trump administration, alleging the border wall project violates federal law by failing to obtain required permissions for construction over a levee system, which could increase flood risks. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, claims the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Protection did not conduct mandated flood safety reviews.
- U.S. agents at border near Buffalo find 1,600 pounds of marijuana
Customs and Border Protection agents discovered 1,600 pounds of marijuana hidden in a shipment of chocolate at a border crossing near Buffalo, New York. The seizure occurred during routine operations at the location.
- ICE, borders and DHS: what’s in Trump’s $70bn immigration crackdown bill?
President Trump signed a law providing the Department of Homeland Security with $70bn to fund his mass deportation campaign through the end of his second term. Critics argue this expands the power of ICE and CBP, undermining accountability.
- ‘It’s massive destruction’: outcry in Texas over waivers to allow border wall in Big Bend national park
The Trump administration has waived environmental and historical preservation laws to build a border wall in Big Bend National Park, a protected wilderness in Texas. Congress allocated $46.5bn for border wall construction through the 'Big, Beautiful' bill, targeting a 500-mile unwalled stretch in west Texas known as the 'Big Bend sector'.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years. The funding includes $38.53 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26.02 billion for Customs and Border Protection (CBP), with Republicans opposing Democratic demands for stricter law enforcement standards. Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski criticized the use of budget reconciliation to bypass bipartisan negotiations.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill into law, funding agencies like ICE and CBP through September 2029. The bill passed with nearly all Republicans supporting it, despite Democratic demands for oversight measures after immigration officers killed two U.S. citizens in January 2026.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years. The bill allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement, $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection, and $5 billion to the Homeland Security Secretary. The legislation passed with nearly all Republicans supporting it, despite Democratic calls for additional oversight measures.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years, with nearly all Republicans supporting the measure despite Democratic calls for restrictions on immigration officers' conduct. The funding includes $38.53 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), $26.02 billion for Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and $5 billion for the Department of Homeland Security.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities over three years, with significant allocations to ICE, CBP, and Homeland Security. The bill passed with near-unanimous Republican support, despite Democratic calls for stricter law enforcement standards.
- Trump signs $70bn immigration act ensuring ICE funding through 2029
Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package into law, allocating $38 billion to ICE, $26 billion to CBP, and $5 billion to DHS through 2029. The House narrowly passed the legislation in a 214-212 vote, and the Senate approved it last week.
- Billions for the next 3 years of Trump’s mass deportation campaign signed into law
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement and detention activities for the next three years. The law allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and $5 billion to the Secretary of Homeland Security. The measure passed through Congress with near-unanimous Republican support, excluding specific restrictions on ICE operations that Democrats had advocated for.
- Trump signs $70 billion immigration funding bill after months of delay
President Donald Trump signed a $70 billion immigration funding bill that will provide funds for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection through the end of his term.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package, allocating $38.53 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and $26.02 billion for Customs and Border Protection, without new operational guardrails. The 214-212 vote sent the bill to President Donald Trump, who is expected to sign it, following Senate approval with only Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski opposing.
- The latest on tariff refunds
A U.S. trade judge urged the Trump administration to expedite over $10 billion in illegal tariff refunds, citing inequities in processing delays. An appeals court in Alabama raised concerns about using nitrogen gas for executions, reversing a prior ruling that deemed it constitutional.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new guardrails, passing 214-212. The bill allocates $38.53 billion for ICE, $26.02 billion for Border Patrol, and $5 billion for Homeland Security, with President Donald Trump expected to sign it. Democrats and independent Rep. Kevin Kiley opposed the measure, citing lack of oversight.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents, sending it to President Donald Trump for expected signature. The 214-212 vote included opposition from Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Kevin Kiley, along with Democrats, over concerns about accountability and past incidents involving immigration officers. Funds will support ICE, Border Patrol, and Homeland Security through September 2029.
- US expects to finish Trump’s Mexico border wall by next year
The US expects to complete President Donald Trump’s southern border wall by late 2027, according to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott. The wall, made of reinforced metal beams, will run from San Diego to the Gulf of Mexico, excluding areas where officials determined it is unnecessary.
- US to complete Trump's long-promised Mexico border wall by late 2027
The United States expects to complete construction of President Donald Trump's southern border wall by late 2027, according to Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott. The reinforced barrier will extend along most of the US-Mexico border with limited exceptions.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents. The measure, passed 214-212, includes $38.53 billion for ICE, $26.02 billion for Border Patrol, and $5 billion for Homeland Security, and was sent to President Donald Trump for signing. The bill faced opposition from Democrats and some Republicans, including Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski and California Rep. Kevin Kiley.
- Republicans in Congress clear final hurdle for $70B boost in immigration enforcement
U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents. The 214-212 vote sends the measure to President Donald Trump for expected signature, with Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski and California Rep. Kevin Kiley opposing alongside Democrats. The legislation allocates $38.53 billion to Immigration and Customs Enforcement and $26.02 billion to Customs and Border Protection over three years.
- Trump locks in ICE funding through end of presidency after House passes $70B package
The House passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement package, securing funding for ICE and CBP through 2029. The bill, passed 214-212, used a partisan budget reconciliation process to bypass Democratic opposition, which argued it weakened bipartisan appropriations norms.
- Trump on verge of securing $70B ICE funding victory after House clears hurdle
President Donald Trump's $70 billion immigration enforcement funding measure advanced in the House along party lines, with Republicans moving closer to securing funding for ICE and CBP through 2029. Democrats opposed the bill, citing lack of accountability for ICE, while some Republicans resisted parts of the funding package due to concerns over the 'anti-weaponization fund.'
- Trump on verge of securing $70B ICE funding victory after House clears hurdle
President Trump advanced a $70 billion immigration enforcement and border security funding measure through a House procedural vote, with Republicans passing it along party lines. The bill now moves to a final House vote and faces opposition from Democrats who demand accountability for ICE. Intra-party GOP conflicts over a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' initially delayed the measure.
- House Republicans seek to pass $70bn for Trump’s immigration crackdown
House Republicans aim to pass a $70bn bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies, following Senate approval. The Secure America Act allocates $38bn to ICE, $26bn to CBP, and $5bn to DHS to support Trump’s immigration policies.
- House is set to fund Trump’s immigration actions for the rest of his time in the White House
House Republicans are set to pass a bill providing nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, including $38 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26 billion for the Border Patrol, to fund these agencies through the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term. The funding faces opposition from Democrats, who argue it lacks oversight and enables aggressive immigration enforcement.
- GOP senators rally around new DHS proposal targeting sanctuary cities: 'Should pay a price'
Republican senators expressed support for a Homeland Security proposal to withdraw Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The plan faces opposition from Democrats and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, who warn it would disrupt international travel and harm the economy.
- GOP senators rally around new DHS proposal targeting sanctuary cities: 'Should pay a price'
Republican senators expressed support for a Homeland Security proposal to withdraw Customs and Border Protection officers from airports in jurisdictions refusing to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement. The plan, criticized by Democrats and transportation officials, could disrupt international travel and faces mixed reactions from some GOP senators seeking more details.
- Congress moves toward approving $70 billion for ICE and CBP through Trump's presidency
Congress is moving toward approving a $70 billion funding measure for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The U.S. House is expected to vote this week on the funding, which follows a delay.