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U.S. Expands Task Force to Combat Human Trafficking

9/5/2025

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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the expansion of Joint Task Force (JTF) Alpha to include the northern and maritime borders.
The initiative enhances resources to combat human trafficking and smuggling.
It aims to improve collaboration with foreign law enforcement and prosecute transnational criminals.
This expansion comes amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Canada due to tariffs and immigration policies.

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U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the expansion of Joint Task Force (JTF) Alpha to include the northern and maritime borders.
The initiative enhances resources to combat human trafficking and smuggling.
It aims to improve collaboration with foreign law enforcement and prosecute transnational criminals.
This expansion comes amid heightened tensions between the U.S. and Canada due to tariffs and immigration policies.