Trump administration waives environmental laws to accelerate border project in Big Bend This latest effort targets an area encompassing the region’s renowned national and state parks The Independent UK · Jun 10
Trump signs $70bn immigration act ensuring ICE funding through 2029 Package allocates $38bn to ICE, $26bn to Customs and Border Protection and $5bn more to the DHS The Guardian - US · Jun 10
As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute A federal judge has questioned a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official about the government's process for refunding billions of dollars importers paid before the Supreme Court struck down some of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump AAP · Jun 9
US to complete Trump's long-promised Mexico border wall by late 2027 The United States expects to complete construction of President Donald Trump's long-promised southern border wall by late 2027, Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott said on Tuesday. Speaking at an event in Washington, Scott said the reinforced barrier would extend along most of the US-Mexico border, with limited exceptions… France 24 · Jun 9
As US Customs refines its tariff refund system, who gets in to apply is under dispute A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency official is set to testify in federal court about the U.S. government's plans for refunding billions of dollars in tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled President Donald Trump imposed illegally AAP · Jun 9
The Trump Administration Is Still Fighting To Keep Billions in Illegal Tariff Revenue The administration has paid $20 billion in refunds. Now, it is asking a federal appeals court to limit which businesses will get the rest. Reason · Jun 5
DHS Picks "No-Nonsense" Border Patrol Veteran Pete Vasquez After Scandal-Plagued Leadership Shakeup - REPORT The Department of Homeland Security has selected veteran Border Patrol official Rosario "Pete" Vasquez as the next chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, according to multiple sources familiar with the decision. Latin Times · Jun 1
White House Literally Made a Fake UFO Website Just to Track Immigrants The White House's new immigration website, Aliens.gov, uses sci-fi imagery, sparking criticism for potentially dehumanising migrants. The site also features a live dashboard displaying immigration enforcement data. International Business Times UK · May 30
Trump Administration Sues Massachusetts Over Refusal to Issue 'Confidential' Plates for ICE and CBP Vehicles The Trump administration filed a federal lawsuit against Massachusetts, accusing the state of illegally refusing to issue confidential license plates for vehicles used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection agents. Latin Times · May 28
US says $20.6 billion of tariff refunds on the way to importers US Customs and Border Protection is sending $20.6 billion to importers. This follows a correction to a previous report that overstated refund amounts. The agency is processing billions in tariff refunds. Importers are receiving payments for duties paid under President Donald Trump's tariffs. Some payments are delayed due to importers… The Economic Times · May 27
Despite Opposition, Feds Have Already Awarded Border Wall Contract Through Big Bend National Park The Trump Administration had proposed running a portion of the border wall straight through Big Bend National Park, much to the opposition of nearly every Texan. And despite Customs and Border Protection saying they weren't going to, the contract had already been awarded. RideApart · May 19
Trump's Border Patrol Chief Abruptly Steps Down After Prostitution Allegations Resurface Banks' resignation comes weeks after a report citing six current and former Border Patrol employees accused him of repeatedly paying for sex with prostitutes during trips to Colombia and Thailand. Latin Times · May 14
Church Fight US Feds Over Holy Border Mountain: Mount Cristo Rey as Religious Site or Trump Border Wall? Mount Cristo Rey, a major pilgrimage site, faces US government seizure for border infrastructure, sparking a legal battle with the Catholic Church over religious freedom. International Business Times UK · May 14
First Tariff Refunds Reach U.S. Importers As Govt Begins Repayment Process More than 330,000 importers are eligible for repayments of collected tariffs as federal systems begin distributing funds from the disputed trade program. International Business Times · May 12
The Independent UK · Apr 30 FedEx and UPS announce plans to give tariff refunds to customers. Here is how to get your money back The first of the government’s payments are expected in early May, but it will likely take longer for companies to get refunds
International Business Times UK · Apr 20 Supreme Court Forces Trump to Return $166 Billion in Tariffs Imposed Without Constitutional Authority The US Supreme Court ruled Trump-era tariffs unconstitutional, prompting a $166 bn refund process for importers. The decision marks a significant check on presidential authority over trade policies.
International Business Times · Apr 20 Trump Administration Opens Portal For Importers To Claim Billions In Tariff Refunds The Trump administration begins accepting applications Monday for the return of more than $166 billion in tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled illegal earlier this year.
Roll Call · Apr 20 This week: Senate girds for budget vote-a-rama in busy week for Congress The Senate faces an expected budget vote-a-rama this week as Republicans seek to start the process of funding immigration enforcement without the support of Democrats. A resolution from Senate Budget Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., is expected to provide instructions for roughly $70 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs…
Roll Call · Apr 16 Budget resolution for immigration funds expected next week Senate Republicans plan to release a budget resolution next week that would kick-start the process for a reconciliation bill on immigration enforcement funding and help end a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security, lawmakers said Thursday. The party is aiming to provide about $70 billion in funding for…
The Guardian - US · Apr 16 ‘I don’t go out’: Vermont’s undocumented dairy workers live in fear after immigration raids A tenfold increase in the number of immigration detentions has compelled many workers to barely leave the farms where they work
TechRadar · Apr 15 Drone-killing laser weapons greenlit for use in US airspace – FAA and Defense Department say high-energy weapons are ‘ready to protect all air travelers from illicit drone use’ despite airspace restrictions and friendly-fire incidents FFA approval of drone-killing high-energy laser weapons presents minimal risk to aircraft.
The Times of India · Apr 13 Sheriff sues Sunny Naqvi for $1 million over 'false story' of being detained by ICE; claims she was with ex-boyfriend A Wisconsin sheriff has now sued Illinois woman Sunny Naqvi who claimed in March that she was detained by the US Customs and Border Protection agents at O'Hare International Airport and then was taken to the ICE facility. The alleged detention became national headlines as Cook County Commissioner Kevin Morrison,…
The Independent UK · Apr 10 FAA says proper use of anti-drone lasers that prompted Texas airspace closures is safe for flights Counter-drone lasers will now be able to be used along the southern border
The Independent UK · Apr 8 Officer improperly canceled visa of Harvard scholar charged with frog embryo smuggling, judge rules A U.S. judge says a customs officer improperly canceled the visa of a Russian-born scientist and Harvard University researcher charged with smuggling frog embryos in the U.S. In a ruling Tuesday, the judge said Customs and Border Protection officers have limited authority to cancel visas and can't do so for…
The Independent UK · Apr 3 Border Patrol left refugee in ‘hostile environment’ before he died in the cold, family attorney says Nurul Amin Shah Alam’s death on the streets was ruled a homicide. Officials are demanding answers and accountability