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Former Border Patrol Chief Defends Controversial Immigration Policies

3/26/2026

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Gregory Bovino, former Border Patrol leader, says he has no regrets about his aggressive immigration policies.
He led a military-style deportation campaign under the Trump administration, drawing accusations of excessive force.
His tenure ended after the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis, triggering investigations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged Bovino's controversial methods.
Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin has been nominated as the new DHS secretary.

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Gregory Bovino, former Border Patrol leader, says he has no regrets about his aggressive immigration policies.
He led a military-style deportation campaign under the Trump administration, drawing accusations of excessive force.
His tenure ended after the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis, triggering investigations.
U.S. President Donald Trump has acknowledged Bovino's controversial methods.
Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin has been nominated as the new DHS secretary.