US Customs and Border Protection

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal agency responsible for enforcing customs and immigration laws at US borders and ports of entry. It is part of the Department of Homeland Security. CBP's mission includes preventing illegal entry of people and goods, protecting against terrorism, and facilitating lawful international trade and travel. CBP is currently newsworthy due to several recent events. Firstly, two CBP agents were involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, leading to protests and calls for accountability. These agents have been placed on administrative leave. Secondly, the US government, through the Department of Homeland Security, plans to require visitors from visa waiver countries to provide five years of social media history, email accounts, family history, and biometrics. This proposed policy raises privacy concerns and has sparked debate about its effectiveness and potential impact on tourism and international relations. These events highlight CBP's role in law enforcement and border security, as well as the ongoing debates surrounding immigration policy and data collection.