CBP is boosting its recruitment incentive to up to $20,000 for newly appointed Border Patrol agent applicants as the agency faces hiring challenges. The incentive is available for applicants who enter ...

So far, Border Patrol is interviewing 4,000 potential new recruits and “closed out” last month with 9,000 new recruits — representing “the highest recruitment numbers,” he said.

“To address ongoing recruiting challenges and remain competitive with other law enforcement organizations, CBP is now offering a $20,000 recruitment incentive for all newly appointed Border Patrol ...