Trump's Border Patrol Chief Quits: Where do Crossings Stand?
Summary
Michael Banks, the Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, announced his immediate resignation after serving since January 2025. He said illegal crossings at the southwest border have dropped significantly during his time, following a peak during the previous administration.Key Facts
- Michael Banks has been the Border Patrol Chief since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025.
- He resigned from his position effective immediately.
- Southwest border crossings dropped from nearly 190,000 in March 2024 to about 11,732 in March 2025.
- Banks said he helped stabilize border security after a surge in illegal crossings.
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Rodney Scott praised Banks for his service and securing the border.
- Banks’ resignation follows several Border Patrol controversies, including a fatal shooting involving an officer in Minneapolis.
- The Border Patrol is managed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
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