U.S. Border Patrol

The U.S. Border Patrol is a federal law enforcement agency responsible for enforcing U.S. customs, immigration, and agricultural laws along the U.S.-Mexico border. The agency was established in 1924 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. The Border Patrol is responsible for detecting and preventing illegal immigration, smuggling, and other crimes along the border. The agency employs over 20,000 agents and officers who work to protect the nation's borders and ensure public safety.