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CBP Chief Confused as Deportation Policies Spark Protests

2/12/2026

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Story summary

At a hearing, CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott expressed confusion over how Border Patrol and ICE handle non-compliant individuals.
Sen. Peters questioned the use of violence, noting incidents involving spray canisters.
The hearing revealed a lack of accountability and no proposed changes in agency practices.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration maintains aggressive deportation policies and protests are expected to continue as injustices persist.

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Story summary

At a hearing, CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott expressed confusion over how Border Patrol and ICE handle non-compliant individuals.
Sen. Peters questioned the use of violence, noting incidents involving spray canisters.
The hearing revealed a lack of accountability and no proposed changes in agency practices.
U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration maintains aggressive deportation policies and protests are expected to continue as injustices persist.