United States Customs and Border Protection
Coverage of United States Customs and Border Protection in the Nexus archive.
- WGN staffer files $10 million claim related to arrest during 'Operation Midway Blitz'
A WGN staffer filed a $10 million claim against the federal government after being forcefully detained and released without charges during 'Operation Midway Blitz' in Lincoln Square. The claim alleges physical and emotional injuries from the arrest, including assault and false imprisonment, with the plaintiff criticizing federal agents for violent conduct.
- US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, in latest DHS leadership change
US Border Patrol chief Michael Banks is resigning, marking the latest leadership change in the Department of Homeland Security. Banks' decision comes as the Trump administration appears to be recalibrating its approach to immigration. He will be leaving his position after leading the agency through a challenging period for border security.