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U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
customs service of the United States since 2003
- Reports this week
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DHS formally includes U.S. Customs and Border Protection within its organizational structure.Some support1 report
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Ortiz shared views on border changes during an interview with CBS News regarding Trump's administration policies.Some support1 report
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Homeland Security Investigations assumed control of a smuggling investigation at the Laredo international border crossing.Some support3 reports
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CBP is bulldozing a park in West Texas for surveillance following Trump's dismissal of EPA regulations.Some support1 report
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CBP regulates goods imported into the United States.Some support1 report
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DHS suspended a travel authorization program, leading to consultation between the Commonwealth and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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Agents from U.S. Customs and Border Protection were spotted outside an early voting site in Tallahassee.Some support1 report
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DHS included CBP employees in a breach incident.Some support1 report
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DHS oversees CBP and HSI agents in Miami Beach for interdiction operations, commanded by Coast Guard Station Miami Beach.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Data belonging to U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees was breached via the Okta system, involving multiple federal agencies.Some support3 reports
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DHS and CBP are implementing data matching systems, guided by new OMB definitions for high-impact AI.Some support1 report
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Officials from U.S. Customs and Border Protection stopped an individual named Tunick while they were returning from the Dominican Republic.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The Trump administration is implementing new border rules and regulatory changes regarding prescription drug shipments from Canada.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection manages border crossings and traffic flow.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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CBP is offering Global Entry services at airports in Ireland and the Bahamas.Some support1 report
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A cruise ship was inspected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection while sailing near Zakynthos.Some support1 report
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Democratic members of Congress requested a report regarding U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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CBP units rescued a man from Havana near Key Biscayne after he attempted to emigrate to the U.S.Some support1 report
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CBP awarded a contract in Santa Cruz County, operating in Tucson Sector under Trump's border efforts.Some support2 reports
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An intercepted vessel was encountered off the coast of Aguadilla, in the Mona Passage, between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Daniel Solomon urges reform of Medicare reimbursement policy while a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection rule threatens affordable drug imports from Canada.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Trump directed CBP to carry out partisan advertising, which was criticized by Ken Martin.Some support1 report
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CBP reported a maritime enforcement action in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and subsequently transferred the case to the DEA.Some support1 report
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Rodney Scott was confirmed as the commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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A San Ysidro Port Director is involved in a narcotics inspection of a Honda Civic by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CBP officers intercepted drugs at the San Ysidro Port of Entry in Southern California.Some support1 report
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CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott participated in a policy event where CBP worked with Congress and the Senate regarding funding.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration implemented a customs executive order, which was discussed by CBP representative Rodney Scott.Some support1 report
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Perfectus Aluminum Inc. misrepresented goods to U.S. Customs and Border Protection as finished goods.Some support1 report
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A lawsuit was filed in the District of Columbia challenging the border wall construction overseen by DHS and CBP, involving entities like Democracy Forward.Well supported3 reports4 developments inside
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Officials stopped a truck bound for Campobello Island, which is accessed via a border crossing in Maine under the purview of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support2 reports
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A lawsuit has been filed alleging that DHS and U.S. Customs and Border Protection are overreaching their authority and violating rights.Some support2 reports
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Administration officials are tasked with border barrier construction, and much of the required land for the wall is located in Texas.Well supported61 reports1 development inside
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A new CBP rule mandates that international mail shipments, stemming from a crackdown on cheap packages, must now comply with FDA regulations.Well supported4 reports
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Operational changes affecting border town operations due to DST, involving entities like Walhalla, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and Manitoba.Some support1 report
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Trump signed a bill funding immigration enforcement, while a committee advanced legislation to fund DHS, including resources for ICE.Well supported10 reports
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Omar Artan, who represents Somalia, was poised to be a World Cup referee but faced denial of entry by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Andrew Giuliani defended the policy.Well supported19 reports1 development inside
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Trump's global tariffs have led to customs refunds, which are reflected in customs receipts.Well supported8 reports1 development inside
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A project is gathering data on migrant deaths and border crossings, while CBP issues warnings about dangerous border crossing conditions.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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NPA advocates for wellness resources for U.S. Customs and Border Protection workers.Some support1 report
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CBP and Amnesty International documented human rights violations and enforcement operations in Chicago and New Orleans.Some support2 reports
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U.S. border officers search travelers' phones as CBP enforces border search policies.Well supported3 reports
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Rodney Scott withdrew U.S. Customs and Border Protection from a DHS directive.Some support3 reports
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A proposed bill has been introduced that restricts federal law enforcement operations, involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support3 reports
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The U.S. Commerce Department found continued dumping from China, resulting in Customs collecting duties and maintaining existing duty orders.Some support1 report4 developments inside
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Researchers, including Nicholas Bloom from Stanford University, are studying the economic implications of a Supreme Court ruling concerning emergency tariffs and the subsequent refund payments.Some support1 report
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CBP intercepted individuals from Mexico as the Administration enforced strict border security policies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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OpenSecrets analyzed Flock Safety's political spending, and the company conducted pilot programs with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Flock Safety faced operational issues in Illinois, including law violations and facilitating access for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is targeting crew members in U.S. ports for deportation back to their home country.Some support2 reports
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CBP intercepted a shipment from Reynosa while officers operated in Pharr, Texas.Some support3 reports
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Border crossings in Michigan are scheduled to close, affecting the region.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration implemented a stricter customs approach amid an escalating trade war with fresh tariffs.Well supported8 reports
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Border Patrol confiscated visas during the protest involving Gonzalez.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The City Council approved an agreement allowing U.S. Customs and Border Protection to use property, while Mike Levin pressed DHS for project details.Some support1 report
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Detentions at U.S. Customs and Border Protection include individuals holding TPS.Some support1 report
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Federal court oversees immigration agency operations in San Diego involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking industry input on new rules regarding international commerce.Some support3 reports
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Destination XL Group received a tariff refund processed through U.S. Customs and Border Protection.Some support1 report
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection is enforcing trade laws against companies involved in international commerce.Well supported9 reports4 developments inside
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What's reaching U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Events traced to U.S. Customs and Border Protection, step by step, newest first- How could the Gulf cartel designation and border shootout affect U.S. Customs and Border Protection?Increased security demands and operational complexity for CBPLikely
- Injunction blocks DHS border barrier construction in Big BendCBP's barrier construction plans in Big Bend Sector are halted by injunctionLikely
- How could the DHS personnel data leak affect U.S. Customs and Border Protection?CBP faces increased operational security risks from leaked personnel dataLikely
- Customs and Border Protection must bar BGI Group shipments over forced labor claimsCustoms and Border Protection must bar shipments from BGI Group due to forced labor claims.Already happening
- New trade regulations draw international attention to CBP's border enforcementNew trade regulations draw international attention to CBP's border enforcementLikely
- Border construction and protests may increase operational friction for CBPU.S. Customs and Border Protection may face increased operational friction from border construction and protestsLikely
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- How could the request for agricultural support affect U.S. Customs and Border Protection?CBP revenue may be allocated to fund agricultural support for Oregon hazelnutsPossible
- Increased operational demand for CBP due to migrant boat incident near the borderIncreased operational demand for CBP due to migrant boat incident near the border.Possible
- How could Indio's new development policies affect U.S. Customs and Border Protection?Indio's new zoning rules may impact federal infrastructure plansPossible
- Illinois bill seeks to abolish U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionIllinois bill seeks to abolish U.S. Customs and Border ProtectionReported
Explainers that pass through U.S. Customs and Border Protection
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is a step on the way to someone else- How will the border wall construction efforts affect the United States Department of Homeland Security?DHS border wall plans face legal and operational hurdles in Big BendReported
- Trade ban disrupts goods flow through Maine border crossingMaine's border crossing operations face disruption due to trade banReported
Around U.S. Customs and Border Protection this week
News at the entities that move U.S. Customs and Border Protection most-
DHS StructuralNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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Donald Trump StructuralProPublica reported on Doug Burgum's financial interests and ties to Nvidia, following his service in Donald Trump's Cabinet.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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supreme court StructuralJudicial review of draft laws is required by the Supreme Court.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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Congress StructuralThe Democratic Party won a majority in Congress, with a Swiss resident in the United States being noted.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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FDA StructuralThe FDA approved Miplyffa for the treatment of Niemann-Pick disease.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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Markwayne Mullin StructuralScott Peters sent joint letters to Markwayne Mullin and Marco Rubio on November 6, 2026.Moves U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Connections
The 40 strongest of 223, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
DHS Structural
DHS serves as the overarching department and regulatory body under which CBP operates as a subordinate agency.
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Donald Trump Structural
Trump utilizes executive authority, funding, and policy mandates to define and enforce the operational scope of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Rodney Scott Structural
Rodney Scott holds the appointed office of Commissioner/Head of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Congress Structural
Congress provides legislative funding and regulatory oversight to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Rodney Scott Structural
Rodney Scott holds the formal appointed office of Commissioner for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court issues binding legal rulings that mandate and regulate the operational procedures of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Omar Artan Transactional
U.S. Customs and Border Protection exercised its authority to deny Omar Artan entry to the United States.
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FDA Structural
FDA establishes regulatory jurisdiction over mail and prescription drug shipments handled by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Markwayne Mullin Structural
Mullin holds the executive leadership role that provides operational oversight and direction to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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ICE Operational
The two agencies actively coordinate and partner in joint immigration enforcement operations.
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Rubio Transactional
Rubio was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection during a routine immigration check-in process.
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Homeland Security Investigations Operational
The agencies actively collaborate on border security, sharing investigative responsibilities and conducting joint operations.
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stiiizy Structural
U.S. Customs and Border Protection determines the import and patent compliance status of stiiizy products.
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Campobello Island Structural
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials are actively monitoring and imposing import bans on goods destined for Campobello Island.
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Obama Structural
CBP operated as an agency under the authority and leadership of President Obama during the relevant period.
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FedEx Structural
CBP utilizes FedEx's system to process and hold government tariff refund funds.
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Kathleen Cardone Operational
Kathleen Cardone is involved in a legal dispute challenging the authority of U.S. Customs and Border Protection regarding waiver processes.
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Max Blumenthal Structural
CBP exercised its authority over Max Blumenthal, leading to his detention during a reporting trip.
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Paula Rivera Structural
Paula Rivera serves as Assistant Director for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection operation.
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DHS functions as the parent department, providing the necessary funding and legal mandate for CBP's immigration enforcement operations.
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Cocaine Operational
CBP operates to interdict and seize cocaine as part of its law enforcement mandate.
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New Mexico Structural
New Mexico asserts regulatory authority over U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations within its jurisdiction.
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ACE Structural
ACE provides the required electronic filing system utilized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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FBI Operational
CBP relies on the FBI's watch list intelligence to identify potential threats during border encounters.
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Army Structural
The Army applies operational standards and provides support to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Board of Immigration Appeals Structural
The relationship is a formal, procedural dependency where appeals regarding decisions made by CBP are reviewed by the BIA.
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U.S. Treasury Structural
CBP executes financial functions like tariff refunds under the oversight of the U.S. Treasury.
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Gil Kerlikowske Structural
Gil Kerlikowske serves as the commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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MAGA Inc. Transactional
MAGA Inc. received political advertising funds sourced from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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United States Coast Guard Operational
The two agencies actively collaborate on shared operational goals related to border security and managing migration flows.
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OSI Systems Transactional
OSI Systems currently supplies advanced inspection technologies and services to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency.
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Tammy Baldwin Structural
Baldwin's proposed legislation introduces specific restrictions on the operational scope and deployment of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency.
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Flock Safety Operational
Flock Safety provides services and participates in pilot programs for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Migration Policy Institute Structural
MPI uses public data provided by CBP to estimate deportations.
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Costco Structural
Costco receives tariff refunds, a financial benefit derived from the customs and tariff processes managed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Cuba Operational
U.S. Customs and Border Protection actively monitors and disrupts trade shipments destined for Cuba to enforce sanctions.
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Democracy Forward Transactional
Democracy Forward is involved in litigation challenging the border expansion and surveillance plans of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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Haiti Operational
CBP actively manages border controls and migration flows originating from the geopolitical state of Haiti.
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Tohono O'odham Nation Structural
CBP officers are actively constructing border walls directly on Tohono O'odham Nation tribal lands.
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Brosseau Structural
A relies on specific operational data provided by B regarding drug seizures.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- DHS formally includes U.S. Customs and Border Protection within its organizational structure.
- Ortiz shared views on border changes during an interview with CBS News regarding Trump's administration policies.
- CBP is bulldozing a park in West Texas for surveillance following Trump's dismissal of EPA regulations.
- CBP regulates goods imported into the United States.
October 2026
21 events- DHS suspended a travel authorization program, leading to consultation between the Commonwealth and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- Agents from U.S. Customs and Border Protection were spotted outside an early voting site in Tallahassee.
- DHS included CBP employees in a breach incident.
- Data belonging to U.S. Customs and Border Protection employees was breached via the Okta system, involving multiple federal agencies.
- DHS and CBP are implementing data matching systems, guided by new OMB definitions for high-impact AI.
- The Trump administration is implementing new border rules and regulatory changes regarding prescription drug shipments from Canada.
- CBP is offering Global Entry services at airports in Ireland and the Bahamas.
- A cruise ship was inspected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection while sailing near Zakynthos.
- Democratic members of Congress requested a report regarding U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- CBP units rescued a man from Havana near Key Biscayne after he attempted to emigrate to the U.S.
- CBP awarded a contract in Santa Cruz County, operating in Tucson Sector under Trump's border efforts.
- Daniel Solomon urges reform of Medicare reimbursement policy while a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection rule threatens affordable drug imports from Canada.
- Trump directed CBP to carry out partisan advertising, which was criticized by Ken Martin.
- CBP reported a maritime enforcement action in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, and subsequently transferred the case to the DEA.
- Rodney Scott was confirmed as the commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- CBP officers intercepted drugs at the San Ysidro Port of Entry in Southern California.
- CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott participated in a policy event where CBP worked with Congress and the Senate regarding funding.
- The Trump administration implemented a customs executive order, which was discussed by CBP representative Rodney Scott.
- Perfectus Aluminum Inc. misrepresented goods to U.S. Customs and Border Protection as finished goods.
- Officials stopped a truck bound for Campobello Island, which is accessed via a border crossing in Maine under the purview of U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- A lawsuit has been filed alleging that DHS and U.S. Customs and Border Protection are overreaching their authority and violating rights.
September 2026
21 events- U.S. Customs and Border Protection manages border crossings and traffic flow.
- An intercepted vessel was encountered off the coast of Aguadilla, in the Mona Passage, between Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic.
- A new CBP rule mandates that international mail shipments, stemming from a crackdown on cheap packages, must now comply with FDA regulations.
- Operational changes affecting border town operations due to DST, involving entities like Walhalla, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and Manitoba.
- NPA advocates for wellness resources for U.S. Customs and Border Protection workers.
- CBP and Amnesty International documented human rights violations and enforcement operations in Chicago and New Orleans.
- U.S. border officers search travelers' phones as CBP enforces border search policies.
- Rodney Scott withdrew U.S. Customs and Border Protection from a DHS directive.
- A proposed bill has been introduced that restricts federal law enforcement operations, involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- Researchers, including Nicholas Bloom from Stanford University, are studying the economic implications of a Supreme Court ruling concerning emergency tariffs and the subsequent refund payments.
- OpenSecrets analyzed Flock Safety's political spending, and the company conducted pilot programs with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- Flock Safety faced operational issues in Illinois, including law violations and facilitating access for U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection is targeting crew members in U.S. ports for deportation back to their home country.
- Border crossings in Michigan are scheduled to close, affecting the region.
- The Trump administration implemented a stricter customs approach amid an escalating trade war with fresh tariffs.
- Border Patrol confiscated visas during the protest involving Gonzalez.
- The City Council approved an agreement allowing U.S. Customs and Border Protection to use property, while Mike Levin pressed DHS for project details.
- Detentions at U.S. Customs and Border Protection include individuals holding TPS.
- Federal court oversees immigration agency operations in San Diego involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection is seeking industry input on new rules regarding international commerce.
- Destination XL Group received a tariff refund processed through U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
3 events- A project is gathering data on migrant deaths and border crossings, while CBP issues warnings about dangerous border crossing conditions.
- CBP intercepted a shipment from Reynosa while officers operated in Pharr, Texas.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection is enforcing trade laws against companies involved in international commerce.
June 2026
9 events- Homeland Security Investigations assumed control of a smuggling investigation at the Laredo international border crossing.
- DHS oversees CBP and HSI agents in Miami Beach for interdiction operations, commanded by Coast Guard Station Miami Beach.
- A lawsuit was filed in the District of Columbia challenging the border wall construction overseen by DHS and CBP, involving entities like Democracy Forward.
- Administration officials are tasked with border barrier construction, and much of the required land for the wall is located in Texas.
- Trump signed a bill funding immigration enforcement, while a committee advanced legislation to fund DHS, including resources for ICE.
- Omar Artan, who represents Somalia, was poised to be a World Cup referee but faced denial of entry by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Andrew Giuliani defended the policy.
- Trump's global tariffs have led to customs refunds, which are reflected in customs receipts.
- The U.S. Commerce Department found continued dumping from China, resulting in Customs collecting duties and maintaining existing duty orders.
- CBP intercepted individuals from Mexico as the Administration enforced strict border security policies.