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Border Security Government News

CBP to Collect Facial and Fingerprint Data from All Non-Citizens at U.S. Borders

Gavin U. Stonebridge January 3, 2026

At a Glance CBP will start collecting facial and fingerprint data from all non-citizens at U.S. ports beginning Dec. 26. The program covers land,...

Jesse D. Muñoz stands looking at camera with U.S. Border Patrol uniform and Rio Grande river and El Paso skyline at sunset

Border Security Local News

Jesse D. Muñoz Named Chief Patrol Agent of El Paso Sector, Replacing Scott Good

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 24, 2025

Jesse D. Muñoz, a 25‑year veteran of the U.S. Border Patrol, has been appointed chief patrol agent of the El Paso Sector, according to Border...

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Border Security Local News News Report

Laredo Border Ports Seize 71,000 Pounds of Drugs, 62% Higher Than Prior Year

Julia N. Fairmont December 22, 2025

In a record‑breaking effort, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at eight Laredo border ports seized more than 71,000 pounds of hard...