Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino plans to retire, sources say - CNN

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March 16, 2026
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Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino plans to retire.

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Top Border Patrol official Gregory Bovino plans to retire, according to sources familiar with the matter. Bovino's departure comes as the Trump administration continues implementing its border security agenda, which has placed increased focus on Border Patrol operations and immigration enforcement. The retirement of a senior Border Patrol official represents a significant leadership change within the agency responsible for securing the nation's borders between ports of entry. Border Patrol leadership transitions can affect operational continuity and policy implementation during periods of heightened immigration enforcement. The timing and specific reasons for Bovino's planned retirement have not been publicly disclosed.

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