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Mayor Bass: Rising Latino Border Patrol Recruits Reflect Economic Struggles

12/27/2025

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In a Wolf Blitzer interview, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said rising numbers of Latinos joining the United States Border Patrol are sad and may struggle outside training.
She acknowledged financial incentives are driving the trend, reflecting the economic challenges facing many Americans.
Bass noted that over half of Border Patrol agents are Hispanic and applications are rising with bonuses up to $60,000 for new recruits.

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In a Wolf Blitzer interview, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said rising numbers of Latinos joining the United States Border Patrol are sad and may struggle outside training.
She acknowledged financial incentives are driving the trend, reflecting the economic challenges facing many Americans.
Bass noted that over half of Border Patrol agents are Hispanic and applications are rising with bonuses up to $60,000 for new recruits.