Border authorities confiscate more than $300,000 worth of fentanyl and cocaine at two California border crossings.
Customs and Border Protection recently halted two vehicles, seizing over $300,000 worth of drugs in a single day. This comes as concerns about drug smuggling persist, despite a notable decrease in the number of migrants attempting to cross the U.S. southern border. On Sunday, May 17th, an agent at the San Ysidro Port of Entry […]
Residents near Israel’s northern border share their experiences in the ‘ceasefire war’
Just two days after a ceasefire was announced between Israel and Hezbollah, Yulia Bardan found herself outside her temporary residence in Kibbutz Manara, northern Israel, hearing the unmistakable sound of interceptors overhead. “We’ll probably hear the sirens again soon,” she said, a sense of inevitability in her voice. Shortly after, an alert on her phone […]
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Discovered in Texas, Infected Calf Found Near Border
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has confirmed the presence of New World screwworm larvae in a young calf, located less than 80 miles from the Texas-Mexico border. These harmful maggots were found in the umbilical area of a three-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas. Concerns over the reemergence of […]
Senate moves forward with $70B proposal to support ICE and Border Patrol, preparing for Thursday’s vote-a-rama.
Senate Moves Forward with $70 Billion Immigration Funding Plan The Senate voted on Wednesday, following party lines, to kick off discussions on a $70 billion funding package for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection. This marks a notable step towards fulfilling one of the key priorities of the Trump administration. The vote, […]
Border wall is set to be completed by June 2027, according to DHS Secretary Mullin.
Progress on Border Wall Construction Announced On Wednesday, Homeland Security Secretary Mark Wayne Mullin shared that efforts to construct a significant border wall from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico are progressing well, with a completion target set for June 2027. Mullin mentioned that all contracts related to the project should be finalized […]
Invasive Flesh-Eating Screw Worm Discovered 25 Miles From U.S. Border, According to USDA
Discovery of Flesh-Eating Parasite Near US-Mexico Border A flesh-eating parasite has been found about 40 kilometers from the Mexico border, as reported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). On May 28, the USDA revealed that the New World screwworm was detected in a 5-year-old goat in Coahuila, Mexico, which lies adjacent to southwestern […]
CBP halts over 300 hatching eggs at the border, likely averting a bird flu outbreak
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently revealed that its agriculture experts found hundreds of hatching eggs, which could potentially carry infectious diseases, hidden in a layer of foam. These 337 eggs were mislabeled as “winter jackets” and were shipped from Germany to Alaska. The authorities noted that the shipment, seized on May 27, did not […]
Veteran Border Patrol officer chosen as new chief by Trump administration
Border Patrol Chief Resigns, Credits Secure Border Under Trump Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks has stepped down from his position, marking the end of a 37-year career. In his resignation, he asserted that during the Trump administration, he oversaw what he described as “the most secure border” in U.S. history. His tenure included implementing measures […]
Mexico finds 870-foot tunnel with an electronic rail close to the US border
Discovery of Underground Tunnel Near US-Mexico Border Authorities in Mexico have uncovered a well-constructed underground tunnel near the border with the United States, reportedly designed to link Tijuana and San Diego. This tunnel features lighting, ventilation, and an electronic system for transporting goods, highlighting the sophistication of its design. On Saturday, the Attorney General’s Office […]
New Border Patrol chief appointed by CBP
New Appointment in U.S. Border Patrol Leadership U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the appointment of Rosario “Pete” Vazquez as the new Director of the U.S. Border Patrol. In this role, he will manage nearly 20,000 personnel across the country. According to a press release, Vazquez will collaborate with President Donald Trump, Department […]