United States Attorney Vanessa R. Waldref Testifies Before United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs about Fentanyl in Native Communities

Washington, D.C. – On December 6, Vanessa R. Waldref, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, testified before the United States Senate Committee on Indian Affairs. The title of the…

December 7, 2023

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Readout of Joint Task Force Alpha Summit

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Acting Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division convened a meeting with five U.S. Attorneys and the department’s key leaders, prosecutors, and contributors to Joint Task Force…

December 5, 2023

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“Se Busca Información” criminal target arrested

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EL PASO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector has confirmed the apprehension of one of the current wanted “Se Busca Información” targets as result of information provided to the “Se…

December 3, 2023

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GREYSON GEE: Is Mexico Meddling In Texas’ Elections Over Border Security?

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GREYSON GEE: Is Mexico Meddling In Texas’ Elections Over Border Security? Greyson Gee on November 30, 2023 Is the Mexican government interfering in Texas elections over border security? A newly crafted state…

December 1, 2023

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CBP officers seize over $2.7 million in methamphetamine at Colombia-Solidarity Bridge

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LAREDO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers assigned to the Colombia-Solidarity Bridge seized methamphetamine that totaled over $2,700,000 in street value. “Seizures like this aim to prevent the…

November 28, 2023

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U.S.-EU Joint Statement Following the U.S.-EU Ministerial on Justice and Home Affairs

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On Nov. 13 and 14, the U.S.-EU Ministerial Meeting on Justice and Home Affairs took place in Washington, D.C. The United States was represented by U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland and…

November 15, 2023

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CBP Releases October 2023 Monthly Update

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WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection today released monthly operational statistics for October 2023, which show an overall decrease in migrant encounters along the southwest border, even as we continue to…

November 15, 2023

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San Ysidro CBP officers stay vigilant seizing narcotics from a trusted traveler

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SAN DIEGO, Calif., — U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers assigned to the San Ysidro Port of Entry seized over half a million dollars’ worth of methamphetamine concealed throughout a vehicle of…

October 26, 2023

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CBP Releases September 2023 Monthly Update

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WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection released monthly operational statistics today for September 2023. CBP continues to address increased migration flows as we enhance the security of our borders; disrupt the…

October 22, 2023

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Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Delivers Remarks at the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida

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Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Good afternoon. In just a few minutes, U.S. Attorney Lapointe and I will meet with the law enforcement officers gathered around this table. I am grateful to each…

October 19, 2023

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Firearms Trafficker Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Supplying Weapons and Ammunition to Sinaloa Cartel

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NEWS RELEASE SUMMARY – October 18, 2023 SAN DIEGO – Alfredo Lomas Navarrete, a prolific firearms trafficker, was sentenced in federal court today to 15 years in custody for his role in…

October 19, 2023

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Readout of Justice Department Officials Participation in IACP’s Annual Conference

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This week, Justice Department officials attended the annual meeting of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) in San Diego. IACP brings together more than 16,000 public safety professionals across the…

October 18, 2023

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Three Springfield Men Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Nearly 38 Kilos of Fentanyl

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SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Three Springfield, Mo., men were sentenced in federal court today for their roles in a conspiracy that distributed nearly 38 kilograms of fentanyl in southwest Missouri and resulted in…

October 17, 2023

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Dem Candidate Challenging Ted Cruz Called To ‘Tear Down’ The ‘Racist’ Border Wall, Video Shows

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Dem Candidate Challenging Ted Cruz Called To ‘Tear Down’ The ‘Racist’ Border Wall, Video Shows Arjun Singh on September 30, 2023 Democratic Rep. Colin Allred of Texas, who is running for the…

October 1, 2023

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151 Illegal Migrants On Terror Watchlist In Less Than A Year, How Many Made it to NYC?

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Jennie Taer on September 22, 2023 NEW YORK, NY – How many illegal migrants that made it through the border are on the terror watchlist? How many of those made it to…

September 26, 2023

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CBP Releases August 2023 Monthly Update

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WASHINGTON – U.S. Customs and Border Protection released operational statistics today for August 2023. CBP remains vigilant and expects to see fluctuations in migration, knowing that smugglers continue to mislead and exploit…

September 23, 2023

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‘Structural Violence’: UN Panel Says Kids Should Be Able To Sue Their Countries Over Climate Change

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‘Structural Violence’: UN Panel Says Kids Should Be Able To Sue Their Countries Over Climate Change Nick Pope on August 28, 2023 A panel for the United Nations agreed that countries have…

August 28, 2023

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Roma Port of Entry CBP officers take custody of man, verify outstanding homicide warrant

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ROMA, Texas– U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Roma Port of Entry today took custody from Government of Mexico officers of a wanted man at mid-bridge and verified he had an…

August 24, 2023

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CBP, FWS Seize Seahorses, Snakes, Snake Oil, and Prohibited Pork Products at Dulles Airport

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STERLING, Va. – There’s never a dull moment for U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport. Two recent seizures from travelers arriving from Vietnam helped to illustrate…

August 23, 2023

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Fake Apple Watches, Wireless Headphones Worth Nearly $400K Seized by CBP at ONT and LA/LB Seaport

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The fake earphones were concealed in generic boxes in an attempt to evade detection. LOS ANGELES— U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers assigned to international cargo operations at Ontario International Airport…

August 22, 2023

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