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Retiring Border Chief Defends Trump-Era Tactics and Hard-Line Push
politics18 days ago

Retiring Border Chief Defends Trump-Era Tactics and Hard-Line Push

Former Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino, set to retire, argues Trump-era immigration crackdowns weren’t hard enough and says he would have caught more illegal entrants; he led the Minnesota Operation Metro Surge, was demoted after two killings, and in a New York Times interview defended his aggressive tactics and praised Trump, while facing civil-rights lawsuits and an internal probe; he plans to address invasive species in North Carolina after retirement.

via The Guardian|
#border-patrol#gregory-bovino#immigration
Insider: Ousted Border Patrol Chief Quits Amid Probes and Power Struggle
politics24 days ago

Insider: Ousted Border Patrol Chief Quits Amid Probes and Power Struggle

A DHS insider says Gregory Bovino quit rather than be pushed amid looming investigations into his conduct, including a January phone call to Minnesota prosecutors and a back-channel to Kristi Noem and Corey Lewandowski, as part of a broader DHS power struggle that accompanied deadly incidents and aggressive immigration operations in Chicago and Minneapolis.

via The Daily Beast|
#border-patrol#cbp#corey-lewandowski
Border Chief Becomes Public Face of Trump’s Deportation Drive
politics25 days ago

Border Chief Becomes Public Face of Trump’s Deportation Drive

U.S. Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino rose to prominence as a public face of Donald Trump’s mass deportation push in early 2026, drawing attention for his confrontations with protesters and his role in federal immigration operations as critics questioned the crackdown; the profile notes his rise and the subsequent end of his career amid the controversy surrounding the policy.

via AP News|
#border-patrol#deportations#gregory-bovino
Border Patrol Commander Bovino to Retire as Immigration Crackdown Evolves
politics26 days ago

Border Patrol Commander Bovino to Retire as Immigration Crackdown Evolves

Top Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino, who led mass immigration deployments in cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, Charlotte, New Orleans and Minneapolis and faced scrutiny over a Chicago operation, plans to retire at the end of the month after nearly 30 years with the agency; he has not yet submitted retirement paperwork, and his exit comes as immigration enforcement tactics shift to more targeted actions and amid broader leadership changes within the administration.

via CNN|
#border-patrol#chicago-deployment#gregory-bovino
Border Patrol Leader Accused of Mocking Orthodox Jewish Faith in Lawyer Call
immigration2 months ago

Border Patrol Leader Accused of Mocking Orthodox Jewish Faith in Lawyer Call

Gregory Bovino allegedly mocked the faith of Minnesota U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen—an Orthodox Jew—during a Jan. 12 call with lawyers, invoking 'chosen people' and joking that Orthodox Jews don’t take weekends off, a moment reported as six federal prosecutors resigned in protest over the DOJ’s Minneapolis case handling.

via The New York Times|
#border-patrol#faith-mockery#gregory-bovino
Trump Overhauls Minnesota Immigration Crackdown as Homan Takes Charge
politics2 months ago

Trump Overhauls Minnesota Immigration Crackdown as Homan Takes Charge

President Trump names Tom Homan to direct ICE operations in Minnesota, with Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino set to depart Minneapolis amid backlash over deadly shootings by federal agents; the leadership shakeup unfolds as state investigators seek cooperation and use‑of‑force reviews proceed, intensifying scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement in the city.

via The New York Times|
#gregory-bovino#immigration#minneapolis
Border Chief Bovino Dismisses Golden Globes ICE Pins, Sparking Immigration Debate
politics2 months ago

Border Chief Bovino Dismisses Golden Globes ICE Pins, Sparking Immigration Debate

Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino dismissed Hollywood stars’ anti-ICE pins worn at the Golden Globes to honor Renée Good and Keith Porter, urging on Fox News that pins for other victims of crimes by undocumented immigrants should be acknowledged as well. The moment amplified a broader debate over immigration enforcement and celebrity activism, with stars like Mark Ruffalo, Wanda Sykes, and Ariana Grande using red-carpet appearances to criticize ICE, while others like Bill Maher downplayed the symbolism. The coverage also touched on the #BeGood/ICE OUT campaigns and the ongoing polarization surrounding immigration policy and accountability.

via The Daily Beast|
#angel-moms#be-good#golden-globes
Border Patrol Chief and Agents Prepare to Leave Chicago Amid Rising Crime
local5 months ago

Border Patrol Chief and Agents Prepare to Leave Chicago Amid Rising Crime

Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino and some agents may be leaving Chicago this week, amid ongoing controversy over their enforcement tactics and recent incidents, though the Department of Homeland Security denies plans to leave the city. Bovino has been a prominent and controversial figure in Chicago's immigration enforcement efforts, which have included aggressive raids and use-of-force incidents.

via Block Club Chicago|
#border-patrol#chicago#gregory-bovino
Border Patrol's Bovino faces judicial pushback over immigration briefings
law-and-order5 months ago

Border Patrol's Bovino faces judicial pushback over immigration briefings

Border Patrol Cmdr. Gregory Bovino was initially enthusiastic about meeting a federal judge to show the violence on Chicago streets but later filed a motion claiming that daily briefings interfere with his duties, surprising the judge. The situation involves allegations of excessive force and controversial immigration enforcement actions, with Bovino actively involved in high-profile raids and protests, amid ongoing legal and public scrutiny.

via Chicago Tribune|
#border-patrol#chicago-protests#court-order
Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino to face court questions over Chicago immigration crackdown
law-and-courts5 months ago

Border Patrol Chief Gregory Bovino to face court questions over Chicago immigration crackdown

Gregory Bovino, a U.S. Border Patrol commander known for his role in Chicago's aggressive deportation efforts, is scheduled to appear before a federal judge in Chicago to address allegations related to the use of tear gas on protesters and a lawsuit challenging federal tactics. The hearing, presided over by Judge Sara Ellis, may include Bovino's testimony and possible contempt findings, amid ongoing scrutiny of federal law enforcement practices in Chicago.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#chicago-courtroom#deportation-campaign#federal-judge