Peace Garden News

Senator John Hoeven has announced his support for the confirmation of Rodney Scott as Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Scott brings three decades of experience at CBP and the U.S. Border Patrol, having previously served as Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol.

“We congratulate Commissioner Scott on his confirmation,” said Hoeven. “When I met with Commissioner Scott he made clear his commitment to securing the border through additional personnel and technology and to ensuring that CBP manages the flow of goods and people through U.S. ports of entry safely and efficiently. Border security is national security, and the Trump administration has made good progress in stopping the flow of illegal immigration at our borders. We look forward to working with Commissioner Scott to secure our borders.”

Scott’s appointment comes at a time when border security remains a central issue for lawmakers, with ongoing discussions about staffing levels, technological upgrades, and efforts to manage both legal trade and migration at ports of entry.