Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Summary
A special rodeo event called Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Space Cowboys took place at the US Air Force Academy, combining Western rodeo culture with military and law enforcement recruitment. The US Space Force and US Border Patrol used this event to attract new recruits, especially as President Donald Trump pushes for more agents and funding for border security.Key Facts
- The event was held at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs and featured bull riding alongside military recruitment.
- Space Force and US Border Patrol were present to recruit new members.
- The rodeo and Border Patrol have had a partnership since 2008.
- President Donald Trump signed laws to hire 3,000 new Border Patrol agents and allocated $70 billion for border security.
- Border Patrol announced it now has over 21,000 agents, the highest number since 1924.
- The event attracted over 30,000 people, combining entertainment and recruitment efforts.
- Some young people at the event, unable to join the military due to health reasons, showed interest in Border Patrol careers.
- Recruitment efforts included having a Border Patrol SUV and tent in a popular area alongside family-friendly rodeo activities.
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