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(22 articles)Texas Smuggling Incident Disrupts Key Freight Corridor, Raises Security Concerns
A human smuggling incident near the Falfurrias Border Patrol checkpoint in South Texas resulted in a tractor-trailer fire that forced temporary closure of southbound lanes on U.S. Highway 281, a criti
Border Incident Closes Major Texas Freight Corridor
A human smuggling incident near the Falfurrias Border Patrol Checkpoint in South Texas resulted in a tractor-trailer fire that temporarily closed US Highway 281, a critical freight corridor connecting
White House Strengthens Customs Enforcement Framework
The White House has issued an executive order prioritizing customs enforcement as a pillar of national security and economic protection. This directive emphasizes proper identification of importers of
Trump Tariff Threats on Canada, Mexico, China Disrupt Global Trade
President Trump has announced intentions to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, representing a significant escalation in trade policy that threatens to reshape global supply chains. This
DHS Customs Cuts Threaten US Airport Operations, Aviation Groups Warn
Aviation industry groups have escalated concerns over proposed Department of Homeland Security (DHS) customs staffing cuts at major US airports, warning that reduced customs capacity will create bottl
DHS Threat to Withdraw Customs Staff Clouds LatAm-North America Air Trade
The US Department of Homeland Security's threat to withdraw customs and immigration personnel from Newark Liberty International Airport has injected sudden uncertainty into what was shaping up as a st
36 Truck Drivers Arrested in Border Patrol Immigration Crackdown
The U.S. Border Patrol's Operation Checkmate has arrested 36 commercial truck drivers in Arizona for immigration violations, signaling intensifying federal enforcement of driver licensing and immigrat
US Forwarders Oppose Customs Operations Cuts, Warn Supply Chain Impact
US freight forwarders and air cargo operators are mobilizing against proposed reductions to customs clearance operations, raising concerns about the structural capacity of the US import/export infrast
Russian Refrigerated Shipper Under Scrutiny for Cocaine Trafficking
A Russian-linked refrigerated shipping operator has come under investigative scrutiny following multiple cocaine seizures, raising critical questions about security vulnerabilities in the cold-chain l
CTPAT Carrier Cloned: How Traffickers Exploited Border Trust
On May 22, 2026, Texas DPS intercepted a Volvo truck displaying authentic markings for Super Transport International LTD, a CTPAT-certified 250-truck carrier. Inside the sleeper berth were 20 people,
CTPAT Carrier Caught in Human Smuggling: Border Security Crisis
On May 22, 2026, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers discovered 20 people hidden in a Volvo truck operated by Super Transport International LTD, a CTPAT-certified carrier based in Laredo, Texas
21 Arrested in Channel Smuggling Supply Chain Bust
A coordinated law enforcement operation has resulted in 21 arrests targeting the supply chain that provisions unauthorized small boats used for Channel crossings. This disruption strikes at the upstre
Cartel Boss Killing Disrupts US-Mexico Freight Corridors
The killing of a cartel boss has triggered significant disruption across key US-Mexico freight corridors, escalating security risks for cross-border logistics operations. This incident represents a st
AI Surveillance Targets Contraband at Panama's Cargo Routes
Panama has deployed artificial intelligence-powered surveillance systems to monitor cargo routes transiting through the Panama Canal, targeting the interception of cocaine and contraband materials. Th
Mexico Freight Stabilizes After Cartel Disruption
Mexico's freight sector is stabilizing after experiencing significant disruptions from cartel-related violence, though underlying security concerns persist across major trade corridors. The recovery i
Six Dead in Union Pacific Cargo Train at Laredo Border Hub
Six individuals were discovered dead inside a Union Pacific cargo train boxcar at a rail yard in Laredo, Texas on Sunday during a routine inspection. The incident occurred at one of North America's bu
North American Cargo Crime Surge: $51.4M in Seizures
April 2024 marked an intensification of cargo crime enforcement across North American supply chains, with customs and law enforcement agencies reporting coordinated crackdowns on narcotics smuggling,
21,000 Foreign Trucks: Labor Arbitrage Undermining US Carriers
The United States hosts approximately 21,748 Canadian and Mexican-domiciled motor carriers registered with FMCSA, representing a critical link in North American supply chain infrastructure. However, a
State Dept Resumes Trucker Visas Under Stricter Standards
The State Department has resumed processing commercial truck driver visa applications after an eight-month regulatory overhaul that fundamentally restructured how foreign nationals obtain commercial d
Top 5 Customs Issues Reshaping Supply Chains in 2026
As 2026 unfolds, supply chain professionals face a complex customs environment marked by heightened regulatory scrutiny and policy uncertainty. ArentFox Schiff has identified the five most pressing cu
Trump's 100% Tariff Threat Reshapes North America Trade
President Trump has threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if Canada pursues or deepens trade arrangements with China. This escalation represents a significant geopolitical and trade pol
Tariffs, Refunds & Border Violence Threaten US Supply Chains
The convergence of tariff rulings, ambiguous refund policies, and escalating border violence along the US-Mexico frontier has created a perfect storm of risk for supply chain operations. These three c