Tag: drug_interdiction

U.S. Coast Guard Seizes Over 25,000 Pounds of Cocaine in Six Days, Surpassing 260,000 Pounds in Operation Pacific Viper

24 Sep 2026 10:31 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Tampa seized more than 25,000 pounds of cocaine in three interdictions over six days, pushing Operation Pacific Viper past 260,000 pounds seized overall.

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DHS and CBP Announce 16 Straight Months of Zero Releases at the Border

16 Sep 2026 10:32 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

DHS and CBP report 16 consecutive months of zero border releases, with southwest border apprehensions down 94% from the Biden administration average and drug seizures up 73%.

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DHS Reports 15 Months of Zero Border Releases, Historic Low Crossings

13 Aug 2026 2:17 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced 15 consecutive months of zero releases at the border, with apprehensions at historic lows. This trend reflects robust enforcement policies and increased drug interdictions, according to officials.

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DHS Reports 14 Consecutive Months of Zero Border Releases, Citing Policy Success

16 Jul 2026 2:11 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced 14 consecutive months of zero border releases, attributing historically low illegal crossings to Trump administration policies. Drug interdictions and trade enforcement also saw significant activity in June.

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DHS Reports 13 Consecutive Months of Zero Border Releases, Citing Historic Security Gains

19 Jun 2026 11:26 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The Department of Homeland Security announced 13 consecutive months of zero border releases, with historically low crossings and significant increases in drug interdictions, attributing success to robust enforcement policies.

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Gov. Beshear Provides Extensive Update on Kentucky's Progress and Challenges

4 Jun 2026 2:18 p.m. · Source: Kentucky Governor's Office

Governor Andy Beshear detailed Kentucky's progress in economic development, drug interdiction, and modernizing 911 services. He also addressed budget cuts impacting health services, expanded medical cannabis conditions, and recognized student achievements.

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Trump Administration Reports Full Year of Zero Border Releases and Historic Low Crossings

15 May 2026 9:47 a.m. · Source: U.S. Department of Homeland Security

The Trump administration announced a full year of zero border releases and historically low crossings, with April apprehensions down 94% from the Biden administration's average, alongside increased drug interdictions and trade enforcement.

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