A small but determined group of protesters rallied outside the Customs and Border Protection headquarters in Imperial, calling attention to what they say is misconduct and lawlessness under returning Chief Patrol Agent Gregory Bovino. Demonstrators allege aggressive tactics and demand greater accountability from local federal officials.

In two recent seizures along the Texas-Mexico border, Customs and Border Protection agents have confiscated methamphetamine worth an estimated $50 million, showcasing the ongoing challenges of stopping illegal narcotics from entering the United States.