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crime18 days 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

politics28 days 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

politics1 month 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

business1 month 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

business2 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

business3 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

politics3 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

sports4 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

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Congress Urged to Fund Installation of Border Fentanyl Scanners to Combat Smuggling"

Sen. Jon Tester is urging Congress to allocate funds for the installation of fentanyl scanning equipment at the southern border, which currently remains unused due to lack of funding. Tester blames Republicans for blocking bipartisan border security legislation that would have provided the necessary funds. Customs and Border Protection states that the majority of seized fentanyl comes through legal ports of entry, and acting CBP Commissioner Troy Miller emphasizes the need for funding to install the scanners, aiming to increase the scanning of personal vehicles from less than 5% to 40% by the end of 2025. Congressional Republicans have also raised concerns about the effectiveness of fentanyl scanners at the border, prompting a review by the Government Accountability Office.

via NBC News|

#border-security #congressional-funding #customs-and-border-protection

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"BSO Sergeant Arrested for Drug Offenses at Miami International Airport"

Broward Sheriff’s Office sergeant Bryan Vidal Lorenzo was arrested at Miami International Airport after Customs and Border Protection officials found suspected MDMA in his luggage. He was charged with possession and importation of a controlled substance into Florida, and has been placed on administrative leave without pay. Lorenzo posted a $5,000 bond and was ordered to attend drug counseling.

via WPLG Local 10|

#broward-sheriffs-office #bso #crime

immigration2 years ago•3 min saved

Migrant Surge Overwhelms Border Patrol and Congress as December Numbers Exceed 200K

Migrant encounters at the southern border have surpassed 200,000 in December, with over a week remaining in the month. This surge comes after a year of multiple records being broken for daily and monthly encounters, with over 2.4 million encounters in the fiscal year. Border Patrol agents are reportedly outmanned at a ratio of approximately 200:1 with migrants. The Biden administration is facing criticism for its policies and rollback of Trump-era border measures, while Republicans are calling for stricter asylum limits and increased border security. Negotiations for additional funding and immigration reform legislation are ongoing, but a deal is unlikely to be reached before January.

via Fox News|

#customs-and-border-protection #immigration #immigration-crisis