Border Patrol agent's actions with K9 spark controversy at Texas checkpoint, Laken Riley Act passes first hurdle, Trump hints at executive orders.
A video showing a Border Patrol agent allegedly kneeing a K9 at the Falfurrias Checkpoint has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage online.showing a Border Patrol agent allegedly kneeing a K9 at the Falfurrias Checkpoint has gone viral, sparking widespread outrage online.The U.S. Border Patrol Union in the Rio Grande Valley defended the agent's actions, saying she was using proper techniques.
The U.S. Border Patrol takes every allegation seriously. Our K9s are extremely valuable to our border security mission. We love our dogs. They are very special law enforcement partners. Any mistreatment or abuse by their handlers will not be tolerated in any capacity. " "I appreciate all your love, concern, and support for our K9 partners. Be assured our K9s and their safety will always be a top priority.. The group called for the removal of the dog from the handler and urged Border Patrol to review their canine policies.
If a border patrol agent was bold enough to repeatedly knee a K-9 in full view of waiting cars, the thought of what could be happening to this dog out of public sight is truly chilling,” says PETA Senior Vice President Daphna Nachminovitch.The Laken Riley Act, named after a nursing student killed by an undocumented immigrant, has been introduced in Congress.
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