Chief Rosario “Pete” Vasquez

As of June 1, 2026, all content on this account will be attributed to Chief Rosario “Pete” Vasquez, 28th Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. With more than 26 years of service to the U.S. Border Patrol, I am proud to lead this exceptional workforce. Together, we’ll remain steadfast in our mission to secure the border, pursue operational excellence, and foster ingenuity—with unwavering commitment, professionalism, and integrity.   #HonorFirst

Three Romanian nationals, illegally present in the U.S. and tied to a notorious Balkan criminal organization, were apprehended in Oceanside, CA. All three are wanted in Los Angeles County for theft, while one of the individuals has another theft warrant in Virginia. They are now pending removal proceedings.

USBP provided real-time information that led Mexican authorities to a stash house operating in Camargo, Tamaulipas, where 10 people were being held. A stolen vehicle was also found at the residence. Through bi-national efforts we are disrupting criminal operations, keeping contraband out, and protecting human life on both sides of the border.

U.S Border Patrol agents arrested an illegal alien in West Palm Beach, FL, with an active murder warrant in Honduras. He was ordered to leave the U.S. in 2008 but never left. He is currently in custody pending removal from the U.S.

Stopped in their tracks. Agents disrupted a human smuggling scheme on Highway 80 in Lordsburg, NM, resulting in the arrest of a U.S. citizen driver, a human smuggler “foot guide,” and three illegal aliens. The driver and the guide now face federal smuggling charges, while the others are slated for deportation.

Five illegal aliens. Three countries. One outcome: deportation. Agents took custody of five illegal aliens who made landfall on a sailboat in North Palm Beach, FL. Two individuals were from Haiti, two others from Guatemala, and one from Ecuador, all are pending deportation proceedings.

Five illegal aliens were held in deplorable living conditions at a residence in Laredo, TX. Agents arrested one smuggler, who now faces federal human smuggling charges. The five illegal aliens will be processed for removal. Stash houses endanger surrounding residents and put lives at risk, and we are shutting them down.

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Agents spotted a suspicious vessel operating without navigational lights off the coast of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, apparently attempting to conceal its movements under the cover of darkness. Agents notified the Puerto Rico Police Department for assistance. The vessel was escorted to shore, where a PRPD K9 alerted to the bow of the boat where agents discovered 231 bricks of cocaine totaling 562 lbs. Two U.S. citizens are in custody facing drug charges.

When danger strikes and every second counts, our agents don’t hesitate. In Falfurrias, TX, agents rescued a 78-year-old driver with limited mobility trapped inside a burning pickup truck. As flames began engulfing the vehicle, agents pulled him to safety and radioed for assistance. USBP EMTs quickly arrived and provided first aid until local EMS took over. Thanks to their immediate response and seamless coordination a life was saved. #HonorFirst #FirstResponders

No tricks. No treats. Just the mission. 🎃 #HappyHalloween

Cross-border partnerships and real-time intelligence sharing delivers results. Thanks to crucial information provided by our agents, the Government of Mexico seized 279 rounds of ammunition before it could reach the U.S.

Two human smugglers transporting three illegal aliens led law enforcement on a dangerous pursuit and crashed into another vehicle while attempting to evade apprehension in Laredo, TX. A concerned citizen alerted USBP to a sedan packed with people traveling at a high rate of speed, then Texas DPS initiated a traffic stop, and the pursuit unfolded. All five people were arrested. The two smugglers are facing state charges for smuggling of persons, while the illegal aliens will be deported. Another stark reminder: smugglers have zero regard for public safety.

Accomplishing the mission on any terrain - keeping our borders secure and protected day in and day out. @USBPChiefRGV @USBPChiefLRT @USBPChiefDRT

USBP agents work tirelessly around the clock to intercept dangerous threats, including sexual predators attempting to illegally enter the country. Agents arrested this Guatemalan national, who is a convicted sex offender with an active arrest warrant and a long record, near Fort Hancock, TX. His arrest record speaks for itself: 🔺 Endangering the welfare of children 🔺 Unlawful contact with a minor 🔺 Reckless endangerment 🔺 Indecent assault He is being prosecuted for illegal reentry, followed by deportation.

During routine highway interdiction training, our agents put their skills to the test. Agents stopped a vehicle on I-15 in Fallbrook, CA, when a K9 alert led to the discovery of 22 bundles of fentanyl hidden inside the vehicle. The driver was arrested and is facing state drug charges. Continuous training ensures our teams are always ready to protect our communities from deadly drugs.

Not in our neighborhoods. ⛔ Agents executed a search warrant at a stash house operating in Laredo, TX, and discovered two smugglers harboring two illegal aliens at the residence. The smugglers are facing federal criminal charges, and the illegal aliens are facing deportation.

Modernizing our enforcement capabilities is essential to our mission. By constructing physical barriers and deploying advanced technology and tactical resources, we enhance our ability to detect and deter illegal immigration, thereby strengthening national security and protecting the American people. @USBPChiefTCA @USBPChiefSDC @CBP @USBPChiefELC @USBPChiefYUM

MURDER SUSPECTS PENDING DEPORTATION🚨 USBP agents apprehended two illegal aliens in Amherst, NY, with active homicide warrants from Honduras. Both fugitives are now in deportation proceedings, pending extradition to Honduras to face the alleged charges. National security begins with knowing who is entering our country and our communities. U.S. Border Patrol agents are working tirelessly to track down, apprehend, and remove dangerous individuals who have slipped through.