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politics8 days ago•389 min saved

Trump Ad Controversy: Taxpayer Funds Used for Campaign-Style Spots

The Trump administration is facing intense scrutiny for using federal funds to air television ads promoting the president five weeks before the 2026 midterm elections. While the White House defends the spots as patriotic public service announcements, critics argue they are illegal campaign propaganda. The controversy centers on the use of money allocated for border security and officer memorials, with senior Customs and Border Protection leaders reportedly excluded from the decision.

via nbcnews.com|

#congressional-oversight #customs-and-border-protection #government-spending

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Big Bend border wall project paused amid scrutiny

The Trump administration has paused construction of its border wall through Big Bend National Park after earthmoving equipment arrived and amid bipartisan criticism; CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott said he would personally review the project and consult local stakeholders, while noting the plan included limited infrastructure such as an access road and detection tech and had involved environmental waivers. The pause comes as the Big Bend sector, though remote and environmentally sensitive, accounts for a small share of national border apprehensions.

via Financial Times|

#big-bend-national-park #border-security #customs-and-border-protection

economy2 months ago•2 min saved

US Refunds $100B in Tariffs After Supreme Court Limits Trump Powers

The Trump administration has refunded about $100 billion in tariffs after the Supreme Court ruled that Trump exceeded his authority to impose emergency tariffs; CBP says more than three-quarters of $128.68 billion earmarked for refunds has been dispersed, while the ruling left some tariffs in place and new tariffs have continued to face challenges from states and courts.

via Al Jazeera|

#customs-and-border-protection #economy #international-trade

crime5 months ago•3 min saved

Cruise-crew workers from Disney and others tied to child-pornography probe

U.S. Customs and Border Protection boarded eight cruise ships in San Diego last week and interviewed 28 workers; 27 were found to have involvement with or possession of child pornography. A Disney Cruise Line employee was among those detained, but Disney says the workers are no longer with the company. Officials have not disclosed charges. The suspects include 26 from the Philippines, 1 from Portugal, and 1 from Indonesia; their visas were canceled and they were sent back to their home countries.

via Los Angeles Times|

#child-pornography #crime #cruise-ships

politics5 months ago•6 min saved

DHS funding becomes flashpoint after assassination attempt at the White House

In the wake of a weekend assassination attempt that breached security at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the White House is pressing Republicans to use a party‑line budget reconciliation to fund DHS, including ICE and CBP, by June 1 as Democrats push guardrails; the move aims to avert a funding lapse and end the ongoing DHS shutdown while Republicans seek to attach broader priorities later.

via Politico|

#budget-reconciliation #customs-and-border-protection #department-of-homeland-security

politics5 months ago•1 min saved

Hochul seeks $1,700 tariff refunds for New York families amid federal pushback

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul called on the federal government to issue $1,700 refunds to New York families for tariffs she says cost New Yorkers $13.5 billion, arguing the relief is overdue as a court battle continues. She notes refunds for businesses are being processed by Customs and Border Protection, with funds expected 60–90 days after approval, and warns the Trump administration may delay or shrink refunds.

via WWNY|

#customs-and-border-protection #kathy-hochul #new-york

business5 months ago•71 min saved

Refund Window Opens for Trump-Era Tariffs Declared Unconstitutional

Following a court ruling that certain Trump-era tariffs were unconstitutional, importers can begin filing claims with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to recover duties paid on those tariffs. The refunds apply to eligible shipments and cover duties already collected, with processing handled by CBP and the potential for refunds to include applicable interest; the window to seek relief starts this Monday.

via AP News|

#business #customs-and-border-protection #international-trade

business7 months ago•2 min saved

Courts push rapid rollout of Trump-era tariff refunds

The Court of International Trade ordered U.S. officials to begin processing refunds for Trump-era IEEPA tariffs, covering unliquidated entries and potentially about $175 billion owed to importers; Costco said it would pass refunds to customers through lower prices. The administration is pushing for delays and is likely to appeal, while the court scheduled a Friday hearing to detail how refunds will be executed, amid millions of entries affected and ongoing questions about the process.

via Axios|

#business #court-of-international-trade #customs-and-border-protection

business7 months ago•2 min saved

FedEx seeks full refund of Trump-era tariffs after Supreme Court ruling

FedEx filed a lawsuit in the US Court of International Trade seeking a full refund of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration after the Supreme Court ruled that Congress, not the presidency, has the authority to levy taxes; the case names CBP and the US government as defendants and does not specify an amount. While the court did not resolve refunds, the decision raises the possibility that duties collected could be returned and has prompted Democratic calls for relief to small businesses and possibly passing refunds to customers; Trump has signaled he will pursue tariffs under other authorities, which would continue to affect prices for US households.

via The Guardian|

#business #customs-and-border-protection #fedex

politics8 months ago•18 min saved

Names Revealed: CBP Agents Who Shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis

ProPublica identifies Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP officer Raymundo Gutierrez as the shooters in the Jan. 24 killing of Minneapolis protester Alex Pretti; both men, part of Operation Metro Surge and from South Texas, were placed on leave and are the subject of a DOJ Civil Rights Division investigation amid protests and calls for transparency over the agents’ identities and actions during the chaotic confrontation.

via ProPublica|

#alex-pretti-shooting #border-patrol #customs-and-border-protection

sports8 months ago•2 min saved

Lee Freed at LAX After Missing Travel Docs Delays Giants FanFest Trip

Giants outfielder Jung Hoo Lee was briefly detained by customs at Los Angeles International Airport after forgetting travel documents in South Korea, but was released following coordination between Pelosi’s office and Giants officials and is cleared to continue his travel to California for a Giants FanFest appearance.

via sfstandard.com|

#customs-and-border-protection #jung-hoo-lee #lax

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Trump Announces New Leadership for Immigration and Border Agencies

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rodney Scott, former chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, to lead Customs and Border Protection (CBP), an agency responsible for managing U.S. ports of entry and immigration enforcement. Scott, who served under both Trump and Biden, implemented key policies like the Migrant Protection Protocols. Trump also appointed Caleb Vitello as acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), emphasizing his leadership and experience. Both Scott and Vitello will collaborate with other key figures in Trump's administration to enhance immigration enforcement.

via NPR|

#customs-and-border-protection #ice #immigration

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Thousands of Counterfeit Gibson Guitars Confiscated in LA

U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson electric guitars at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport, which would have been worth $18 million if authentic. The guitars, shipped from Asia, were confirmed as fake by Gibson, a leading manufacturer of premium electric guitars. The seizure highlights the ongoing issue of counterfeit goods, especially during the holiday shopping season, and the importance of consumer vigilance. The investigation, involving multiple agencies, is ongoing, with intellectual property violations carrying severe penalties.

via KMPH Fox 26|

#counterfeit #crime #customs-and-border-protection

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Record Seizure: 3,000 Fake Gibson Guitars Worth $18M Confiscated

U.S. authorities have seized over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars, valued at nearly $18.7 million, in a record bust. The fake guitars, shipped from Asia, were intercepted by Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security in Los Angeles. Gibson confirmed the guitars were counterfeit, as genuine Gibsons are made in the U.S. The bust highlights the risk of buying from unauthorized sources, especially during the holiday season. Gibson's CMO expressed the emotional impact on the company and its artisans.

via New York Post |

#counterfeit #crime #customs-and-border-protection

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Authorities Seize $18M in Counterfeit Gibson Guitars in Record Bust

Authorities in Los Angeles seized 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars valued at $18 million, marking the largest counterfeit musical instrument seizure on record. The operation involved U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The guitars were intended for online sale, where buyers might not verify their authenticity. Gibson representatives noted the fakes were not convincing to knowledgeable players. No suspects have been identified in the case.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#counterfeit-guitars #crime #customs-and-border-protection