U.S. Border Patrol

US reporter Max Blumenthal claims his cell phones were seized by border patrol at an airport after Trump ally Laura Loomer targeted him in online posts suggesting he should be detained. Blumenthal was in Tehran uploading videos from Iran’s supreme leader Ali Khamenei’s funeral when he saw the posts.

US reporter Max Blumenthal had his cell phones seized by border patrol after being targeted by Trump ally Laura Loomer in online posts suggesting he should be detained. Blumenthal prepared for harassment upon returning to the US.

Court documents reveal ICE agents used racial slurs during a Los Angeles immigration crackdown. An unidentified agent sent a text on July 4, 2025, containing an anti-immigrant slur previously warned against by US Border Patrol.

ICE agents deployed in the Los Angeles area last summer are accused of using racial slurs against undocumented Mexicans during immigration operations, according to court documents. A text message from 4 July 2025 cited in the files includes an anti-immigrant slur, which the US Border Patrol has previously warned against.

Federal immigration agents in Los Angeles used racial slurs like 'wet' and 'tonks' to target individuals during immigration raids, according to court records. Plaintiffs in Vasquez Perdomo vs. Noem argue agents engaged in discriminatory stops, citing bodycam footage and text messages as evidence. The case challenges ongoing practices of racial profiling by immigration enforcement despite prior legal restrictions.

Two Charlotte women, Tatyana Reisini and Kristen Roos, filed a federal damages claim against the U.S. government and agencies including Customs and Border Protection after alleging they were assaulted and falsely arrested during November 2025's 'Operation Charlotte’s Web.' The women, U.S. citizens, claim they were charged with assaulting federal agents for honking to alert the community of immigration agents' presence, though the charges were later dropped.

A judge denied a defense request to modify the screening process for records in the case of Teresa Youngblut, who is charged with murdering a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont. The defense claimed the system allowed privileged information to be disclosed to prosecutors, but the judge ruled the protocol adequately protects attorney-client communications.

U.S. Border Patrol in El Paso confirms cartels exploit an underground storm drain system to smuggle illegal migrants, with 32 known entry points from the Rio Grande and hundreds of exit points across the city. The El Paso Sector’s Confined Space Entry Team navigates the dangerous network, which has led to 161 migrant apprehensions this fiscal year despite historically low border crossings.

The father of an El Paso man is suing the U.S. government after a Border Patrol agent allegedly shot and killed his son's dog during a home search. Paul Daw described the incident as a 'traumatic' experience for his family.

Federal prosecutors want a Mexican man sentenced to 30 months in prison after he admitted firing shots near U.S. Border Patrol agents in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood.

Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, launched a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, claiming the tribunal interferes with US military and law enforcement operations. The op-ed in the Wall Street Journal warns of American leaders and Border Patrol agents being tried in the court.

Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, launched a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court, claiming it interferes with US military and law enforcement operations and risks American sovereignty. The campaign includes an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal invoking imagery of US Border Patrol agents and leaders being tried in international courts.

An El Paso man has filed a federal lawsuit alleging that a U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed his dog inside his home last year. The agency denied a formal administrative claim for monetary damages.

Teresa Youngblut faces federal murder charges for the killing of U.S. Border Patrol Agent David Maland during a traffic stop on Interstate 91 in Vermont. Her attorney claims evidence shows the stop was conducted under false pretenses, disputing federal authorities' account of the incident.

Edgar Saul Beltran, Jr. was arrested in Texas after being wanted for a deadly May 17 gas station shooting in Antioch that killed two people. He faces criminal homicide and attempted criminal homicide charges related to the shootout during a suspected gun transaction.

Edgar Saul Beltran, Jr., a 20-year-old, was arrested for homicide and attempted homicide following a shootout at a Nashville gas station. He is currently in custody in Webb County, Texas, after surrendering to the U.S. Border Patrol in Laredo on Tuesday.

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.

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.

The Mexico-U.S. border spans 3,145 kilometers, ranking 10th among the world's longest international land borders. It connects six Mexican states and four U.S. states, with 50 official crossings and significant trade activity, including 7.58 million trucks and 76.05 million personal vehicles entering the U.S. from Mexico in 2025. Migrant encounters at the border dropped by 84.5% in fiscal 2025 to 237,538.

A Mexican national and beloved mechanic in a Montana town near the Canadian border was arrested by U.S. Border Patrol earlier this year, prompting the community to rally in support. The community, located 50 miles from the Canadian border, has organized efforts to assist the arrested individual.

Maria Celeste, an asylum-seeking immigrant, and her fiancé Antony, a detained Honduran citizen, face family separation after Border Patrol arrested Antony during a routine commute. Antony, detained at Adams County Correctional Center, is challenging his incarceration through a habeas corpus petition, arguing it violates his due process rights.

U.S. Border Patrol was involved in a shooting near the Canadian border. The circumstances of the incident are unknown, and there is no immediate information on injuries or fatalities.

Two suspects were arrested after crashing through a gate at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton during a police pursuit, abandoning a vehicle containing over 112 pounds of cocaine and fentanyl. A six-hour manhunt involving multiple agencies secured the base and led to the suspects' capture without incident.

Greg Bovino, a U.S. Border Patrol commander-at-large, said he is not ruling out a 2028 White House bid. He responded to reports from NewsNation and The Hill that he is exploring a presidential run.

The Senate passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol for the next three years with a 52-47 vote.

The Trump administration has appointed Rosario 'Pete' Vasquez, a veteran Border Patrol official with over 26 years of service, as the next U.S. Border Patrol chief. Vasquez will succeed Mike Banks, who announced his retirement in May. U.S. Customs and Border Protection praised Vasquez's leadership experience and operational expertise.

The Trump administration appointed Rosario 'Pete' Vasquez as the next U.S. Border Patrol chief, succeeding Mike Banks. Vasquez has over 26 years of Border Patrol experience and most recently led the Blaine Sector in Washington state. CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott praised Vasquez for his leadership and operational expertise.

The U.S. Border Patrol has a new chief.

Authorities seized 122 pounds of cocaine on the 5 Freeway in San Clemente, Orange County, as reported by the U.S. Border Patrol. The discovery followed a California Highway Patrol K9 alert leading officers to search a blue car.

Greg Bovino, a former U.S. Border Patrol commander, encouraged Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to confront protesters at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in New Jersey. He posted a message urging agents to 'give them hell and live the moment' amid clashes between federal officers and demonstrators.

A new investigation reveals that ICE has increased arrests in the New York area, disproportionately targeting Latino neighborhoods. Of 430 street arrests between October 2025 and mid-March, 93% involved Latinos, despite them comprising only 66% of the local undocumented population. Many arrested individuals were not the intended targets of the operations.

Texas state troopers ended a chaotic border chase, discovering 20 illegal immigrants, including four minors, hidden in a semitruck's sleeping area. The driver, Miguel Angel Velazquez Chavez, was arrested for smuggling and evading arrest, while other incidents in Maverick County led to additional arrests and referrals to U.S. Border Patrol.

Texas state troopers discovered 20 illegal immigrants, including four minors, in a semitruck during a chaotic chase near the U.S. southern border. The driver, Miguel Angel Velazquez Chavez, was arrested for smuggling and evading arrest, while two other suspects were apprehended in a separate smuggling operation in Maverick County.

Texas DPS discovered 20 illegal aliens, including four minors, inside a semi-truck during a traffic stop, leading to the arrest of driver Miguel Angel Velazquez Chavez on smuggling charges. The incident aligns with President Trump's administration's border security policies, which have resulted in 11 months of zero border releases and reduced apprehensions.

House Republicans are frustrated with the Senate GOP's decision to delay voting on an immigration enforcement budget reconciliation package. The disagreement centers on funding for ICE and Border Patrol, as well as disputes over an 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' established by the Trump administration's Justice Department.

Michael Banks, the head of U.S. Border Patrol, is stepping down from his position. This change in leadership may have implications for border policies and operations. The reason for his departure has not been specified.

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks is stepping down from his role after nearly a year and a half with the agency. Banks announced his retirement in an email to colleagues, describing the position as the honor of my lifetime. He has over 37 years of public service experience.

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks has resigned amid controversy over enforcement actions by Border Patrol and ICE, which led to a partial shutdown of DHS from February to late April. The controversy surrounding enforcement actions sparked a significant disruption in DHS operations. The resignation of the Border Patrol Chief marks a notable development in the ongoing debate over immigration policies.

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks is stepping down from his role, which he was appointed to last year. The resignation is part of the latest immigration shakeup. This change may impact border patrol operations and immigration policies.

Jaime Ernesto Alvarez-Gonzalez, an illegal immigrant, admitted to impersonating a U.S. Border Patrol agent by using a fake vehicle and equipment to disrupt deportation operations in San Diego. He pleaded guilty to endangering law enforcement and faces serious prison time.