Ex-CBP officer sentenced to 15 years in prison in drug trafficking scheme

The sentencing of Diego Bonillo highlights ongoing issues within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, an agency that has faced scrutiny over its practices and personnel. This case underscores the challenges in managing drug trafficking at the southern border, a concern that has been amplified by the recent hiring of 50,000 federal workers under the Trump administration, aimed at bolstering immigration roles. Additionally, the lack of promised translation technology for Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents reflects ongoing operational hurdles that may impact the agency's effectiveness in addressing such criminal activities.