Trump border patrol chief Greg Bovino to retire Greg Bovino, the former leader of U.S. Border Patrol under President Donald Trump, has announced his retirement, set to take effect at the end of March. Bovino, who became a prominent figure in Trump’s immigration enforcement strategy, revealed his decision to Breitbart News, though he has not yet completed the formal paperwork required for his exit. His departure marks the end of a nearly three-decade career in immigration enforcement. Bovino oversaw operations in major Democratic-led cities such as Los Angeles, Chicago, and Minneapolis, where federal agents faced intense scrutiny after shooting and killing two U.S. citizens during confrontations. His role in Minnesota came under particular pressure following the January 2021 fatalities of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, which sparked bipartisan condemnation and widespread protests. The Trump administration swiftly removed Bovino from his position as commander-at-large in Minnesota after the incidents, replacing him with Tom Homan. Bovino’s tenure was also marked by controversy. In January 2021, he faced criticism for using offensive language toward Jewish officials during a call. According to CBS, he made disparaging remarks after being informed that Minnesota prosecutor Daniel Rosen, an Orthodox Jew, could not attend a meeting due to observing the Sabbath. The incident added to the scrutiny surrounding his leadership. Bovino’s career with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) began in 1996, when he joined the agency as a border patrol agent. He was stationed primarily near the California-Mexico border before being appointed to lead Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota under the Trump administration.#trump #minnesota #dhs #greg_bovino #us_border_patrol
Minnesota Launches Probe Into Federal Immigration Officer Misconduct A Minnesota prosecutor announced Monday that her office is investigating potential charges against federal immigration officers, including Border Patrol official Greg Bovino, for alleged misconduct during recent enforcement operations. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty revealed that her team is examining 17 cases, including incidents where federal agents used chemical irritants against protesters and engaged in confrontations with civilians. One notable case involves Bovino allegedly throwing a smoke canister at demonstrators on January 21, while another incident occurred on January 7 when officers made an arrest near a high school, exposing students and staff to chemical agents. Moriarty emphasized her office’s commitment to pursuing justice, stating, “We are not afraid of the legal fight, and we are committed to doing this correctly.” She criticized the federal operation, known as Operation Metro Surge, for causing significant harm to the community. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responded by asserting that such enforcement is a federal responsibility and that states cannot prosecute federal officers. A DHS statement claimed the actions of Minnesota officials are “unlawful” and warned that local authorities should focus on protecting federal law enforcement rather than challenging their authority. Bovino, a key figure in the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement strategies, has been associated with aggressive tactics in Minneapolis-St. Paul, Chicago, and Los Angeles. In Chicago, federal officers frequently used chemical irritants as crowd control, prompting a judge to order Bovino to wear a body camera and appear in court daily.#minnesota #department_of_homeland_security #greg_bovino #mary_moriarty #hennepin_county_attorney
Minnesota launches investigation that could bring charges against US immigration officers A Minnesota state prosecutor announced an investigation on Monday that may lead to charges against federal immigration officers, including Greg Bovino, for misconduct during a recent enforcement operation. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty stated her office is examining 17 cases, including one involving Bovino, a border patrol official, who threw a smoke canister at protesters on 21 January. The investigation also includes the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, by federal agents on 7 and 24 January, respectively. Moriarty emphasized her confidence in pursuing charges in cases that sparked nationwide protests and criticism of federal immigration enforcement practices. Another incident under scrutiny occurred on 7 January, when federal officers arrested individuals outside a high school and used chemical irritants while students and staff were present. Moriarty asserted that her office is prepared to face legal challenges, stating, “Make no mistake – we are not afraid of the legal fight, and we are committed to doing this correctly.” She criticized the “Metro Surge” immigration enforcement operation for causing significant harm to the community. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responded by asserting that immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility and that states cannot prosecute federal officers. The agency claimed such actions are unlawful and warned that local officials should focus on protecting federal law enforcement rather than interfering with their duties. A message seeking Bovino’s response was not immediately returned.#department_of_homeland_security #greg_bovino #hennepin_county_attorney #mariarty #rene_e_good
Minnesota launches investigation that could bring charges against US immigration officers Minnesota state prosecutors have initiated an investigation that may result in criminal charges against federal immigration officers, including Greg Bovino, for alleged misconduct during recent enforcement operations. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the probe on Monday, stating her office is examining 17 cases, including incidents involving Bovino, a border patrol agent, and the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Moriarty emphasized her confidence in pursuing charges in cases that sparked nationwide protests and criticism of federal immigration enforcement practices. One of the cases under review involves Bovino throwing a smoke canister at protesters on January 21, while another focuses on the deaths of Good and Pretti, who were shot by federal agents on January 7 and 24, respectively. Moriarty also highlighted a separate incident on January 7, where officers used chemical irritants during an arrest outside a high school, exposing students and staff to the agents’ actions. She reiterated her commitment to holding officials accountable, stating, “We are not afraid of the legal fight,” and condemned the “Metro Surge” operation as having caused “immeasurable harm” to the community. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) swiftly responded, asserting that federal enforcement is a matter of federal jurisdiction and that states cannot prosecute federal officers. The agency claimed such actions are “unlawful” and warned that local officials should instead address risks to law enforcement. A statement from DHS noted that federal agents are immune from state legal liability while performing their duties.#minnesota #department_of_homeland_security #greg_bovino #hennepin_county #mary_moriarty
