The U.S. Border Patrol has a new chief.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced Monday that Rosario “Pete” Vasquez will serve as Border Patrol chief.
Mike Banks, who was the first U.S. Border Patrol chief during President Donald Trump’s second term, has reentered retirement after helping bring illegal bo ...
Michael Banks took over the Border Patrol in January 2025, as illegal crossing numbers were falling following record highs.
Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks stepped down Thursday, saying he's retiring, leaving the position for Secretary Markwayne Mullin to fill.
Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks' departure is the latest high-profile resignation from President Donald Trump's administration ...