Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is auctioning off vehicles through an online platform amid its immigration enforcement operations. This auction, conducted by Apple Auctioneering Co., includes vehicles seized by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The auction takes place only online, and buyers must pick up items locally.
Key Facts
- DHS is holding an online auction to sell seized vehicles through Apple Auctioneering Co.
- The auction is for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) under DHS.
- The auction started on January 20 and will soft close on January 27 at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.
- A "soft close" extends the auction by three minutes if a new bid comes in during the last three minutes.
- The auction is online-only, and buyers must pick up the vehicles themselves.
- Vehicles range from 1999 to 2019 models, including cars, trucks, trailers, and motorcycles.
- Buyers must provide valid identification, like a driver's license, to participate.
- The auction occurs while DHS faces criticism over its immigration enforcement actions.
