CBP defends mission as central to US in America 250 message
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) emphasized its historical significance and ongoing role in national security as part of the America 250 celebrations. The agency highlighted its evolution over 250 years, adapting to modern challenges while maintaining a focus on border protection and revenue collection. Despite facing criticism and calls for defunding, CBP defended its operations and reported a significant decrease in illegal border encounters since implementing stricter immigration enforcement policies.
- ▪CBP operates under the Department of Homeland Security and has evolved into one of the largest law enforcement agencies in the world.
- ▪The agency reported a 95% drop in encounters with illegal immigrants at the southern border compared to 2024.
- ▪CBP has played a role in ending the Atlantic slave trade and continues to target modern-day slavery.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 18:09:18 +0000 |
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U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Tuesday framed its mission as essential to the public, in a message arguing it has played a critical role in shaping the U.S.’s 250 years of history. CBP operates under the Department of Homeland Security and includes divisions such as Border Patrol. The department has weathered some intense criticism over the past year, from both sides of the aisle, over its handling of protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement in deep blue hubs such as Chicago and Minneapolis, leading officials to admit “some missteps” were made.
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