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Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 Commissioner Basham tells the attendees that stringent trade security measures implemented since 2001 have not slowed trade but in fact has modernized it and made it more efficient. Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 A symposium attendee discusses the role of CBP's laboratories in safeguarding U.S. trade. Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 Deputy Commissioner Deborah J. Spero greets the gathering and introduces Commissioner Basham. Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 Commissioner Basham called the recent SAFE Port Act passed by Congress an endorsement of the actions taken jointly by the trade community and by CBP to secure global trade and U.S. ports. Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 Commissioner Basham responds to a question from the media at a briefing following his speech to symposium attendees. Trade Symposium 2006 - 12/14/2006 Rob Portman, Director of the Office of Management and Budget and former U.S. Trade Representative, told symposium attendees that improved trade security is paving the way to global economic growth. SAFE Ports L.A./Long Beach Style - 11/03/2006 The Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach has layers of security to prevent the introductions of radiological weapons into the U.S. Here CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham describes port security with, from left, Rep. Dana Rohrabacher (R-Calif.), CBP Los Angeles Field Director Kevin W. Weeks and CBP Los Angeles/Long Beach Port Director Todd A. Hoffman. SAFE Ports L.A./Long Beach Style - 11/03/2006 CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham tours the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach with local Rep. Dana Rohrabacher. This is the largest, busiest port in the nation. CBP cleared over 5 million containers here in fiscal year 2006. SAFE Ports L.A./Long Beach Style - 11/03/2006 CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham takes the helm of a crane that lifts cargo containers from ships at the port. About 45 percent of the sea containers entering the U.S. come through this facility. SAFE Ports L.A./Long Beach Style - 11/03/2006 A CBP officer shows Commissioner W. Ralph Basham equipment used to move cargo from ships onto the Port of Los Angeles/Long Beach. SAFE Ports L.A./Long Beach Style - 11/03/2006 CBP officers inspects a truck with a Mobile Portal Radiation Monitor that assures the truck’s safety before it is released from the Port of Los Angeles-Long Beach. Newest Asset for CBP Air and Marine - 10/30/2006 CBP Air and Marine unveiled its newest asset, a high-tech Unmanned Aircraft System. Air and Marine Assistant Commissioner Michael C. Kostelnik describes the capabilities of the new drone while Border Patrol Deputy Chief Kevin L. Steven, left, and Thomas J. Cassidy Jr., president of manufacturer General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. looks on. Newest Asset for CBP Air and Marine - 10/30/2006 The new Unmanned Aircraft System is controlled on the ground and has sophisticated cameras that provide information concerning illegal activities taking place in remote areas to Border Patrol agents. Newest Asset for CBP Air and Marine - 10/30/2006 The new Unmanned Aircraft System features the latest technologies, including improved communication and surveillance systems. The aircraft, stationed in Sierra Vista, Ariz. will patrol throughout the southwest border. 2006 Accomplishments News Conference - 10/30/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff describes progress being made in overcoming illegal immigration at the southern border, with Assistant Secretary of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Julie Myers looking on. 2006 Accomplishments News Conference - 10/30/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David V. Aguilar said that apprehensions are down 8.4 percent from last year, evidence that emphasis on border security is serving as a deterrent to illegal immigration. Aguilar spoke at a news conference along with Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and Assistant Homeland Security Secretary for Immigration and Customs Enforcement Julie Myers. Launching of the Great Falls Montana Air Branch - 10/16/2006 Customs and Border Protection Assistant Commissioner Michael Kostelnik discusses the role of CBP Air and Marine in the fight against terrorism duringt the launching of the Great Falls, Montana Air Branch. Launching of the Great Falls Montana Air Branch - 10/16/2006 Customs and Border Protection Assistant Commissioner Michael Kostelnik describes future operations at the launching of the Great Falls, Montana Air Branch. Launching of the Great Falls Montana Air Branch - 10/16/2006 Montana Senator Conrad Burns speaks at the launching of the Air Branch in Great Falls, Montana, the third of five northern border air surveilance facilities to be operated by CBP. Launching of the Great Falls Montana Air Branch - 10/16/2006 Rep. Denny Rehberg of Montana speaks at the launching of the Great Falls, Montana Air Branch, which brings high-tech aerial surveilance to the Montana-Canada border. SBInet Award - 09/21/2006 DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff announces the award of a contract with Boeing to implement SBInet along the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders. SBInet Award - 09/21/2006 DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff, joined by Boeing President James Albaugh, announces the award of a contract with Boeing to implement SBInet along the U.S.-Mexico and U.S.-Canada borders. CBP Unveils New Radiation Portal Monitors in Baltimore - 09/14/2006 CBP Commissioner W Ralph Basham unveiled the new Radiation Portal Monitor in the port of Baltimore MD. DHS Town Hall Meeting - 09/11/2006 DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff speaks at a Town Hall Meeting with employees to discuss operational developments since 9/11 in Washington D.C. DHS Town Hall Meeting - 09/11/2006 Department of Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff addresses DHS employees during a town hall meeting held in the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC. CBP Holds 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 Employees of U.S. Customs and Border Protection nationwide observed a moment of silence Monday morning in memory of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 Air Officers salute at a 9/11 remembrance at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 CBP officers salute as the national anthem is sung. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 CBP employees put their hands over their hearts at 9/11 remembrance at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 A bagpiper stands fast at a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 People gather to pay respect during the 5th anniversary Ceremony of the 9/11 tragedy held at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza in Washington DC. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 CBP Air and Marine Assistant Commissioner Michael Kostelnik bows his head in a moment of silence at 9/11 remembrance ceremony at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 People gather to pay respect during the 5th anniversary Ceremony of the 9/11 tragedy held at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza in Washington DC. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 CBP Commissioner Ralph Basham makes remarks at 9/11 remembrance at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 Members of CBP listen to remarks at 9/11 remembrance ceremony at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 A lone bagpiper plays Amazing Grace at 9/11 remembrance ceremony at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 Conclusion of the 9/11 remembrance ceremony held at the Woodrow Wilson Plaza in DC. 9/11 Remembrance - 09/11/2006 A CBP Honor Guard listens to remarks at 9/11 remembrance ceremony at CBP Headquarters in Washington D.C. Commissioner Tours Louisiana on Katrina Anniversary - 09/05/2006 CBP Commissioner Ralph Basham speaks with members of the CBP air branch in Hammond, Louisiana. Commissioner Tours Louisiana on Katrina Anniversary - 09/05/2006 CBP Commissioner Ralph Basham arrives in Hammond, Louisiana at the CBP air branch, Asst Comm. Kostelnik briefs the Commissioner. National Air Training Center Groundbreaking - 08/25/2006 Customs and Border Protection Commissioner W. Ralph Basham speaks during the groundbreaking ceremony of the National Air Training Center, held in Oklahoma City, Okla. National Air Training Center Ground Breaking - 08/25/2006 CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham, Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry, Congressman Ernest Istook and other dignitaries perform the ground breaking ceremony for the National Air Training Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. National Air Training Center Ground Breaking - 08/25/2006 Customs and Border Protection Commissioner W. Ralph Basham speaks to the media after the dedication ceremony for the National Air Training Center located in Oklahoma City, Okla. National Air Training Center Ground Breaking - 08/25/2006 Governor of Oklahoma Brad Henry speaks at the CBP ground breaking ceremony of the National Air Training Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. National Air Training Center Ground Breaking - 08/25/2006 Congressman Ernest Istook speaks at the Customs and Border Protection ground breaking ceremony for the National Air Training Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff points to statistical trends in the border security during a press event held in Washington D.C. today. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 Customs and Border Protection Border Patrol Chief David V. Aguilar discusses the success of new border initiatives during a press event held in Washington D.C. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff speaks about the success of the new border initiatives at a press event held in Washington D.C. today. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar at a press conference in Washington D.C. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff discusses the successes of new border initiatives and future border security challenges during a press conference in Washington D.C. Press Event - Washington, D.C. - 08/23/2006 DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff announces the successful end of "catch and release" on the southern border during a press conference in Washington D.C. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's document after arriving in the United States. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP officer checks passengers documents after arriving at Dulles airport outside Washington D.C. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP Canine officer checks a passengers luggage after arrival into the U.S. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's documentation after arrival into the U.S. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's documentation after arrival into the U.S. Passenger Screening - 08/14/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's luggage and documents. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's luggage and documents upon arrival in the United States. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 CBP officer's check a passenger's luggage at Washington-Dulles International Airport. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's document after arriving at Washington-Dulles International Airport. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 A CBP officer discusses a passenger's documents after arrival at Washington-Dulles International Airport. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 A CBP canine officer screens airport passengers luggage for unlawful or dangerous items. Passenger Screening - 08/10/2006 A CBP officer checks a passenger's luggage upon arrival in the U.S. President Bush Visits Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector - 08/03/2006 President Bush addresses CBP Border Patrol agents and National Guard troops in McAllen, Texas. President Bush Visits Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector - 08/03/2006 President Bush addresses CBP Border Patrol agents and National Guard troops in McAllen, Texas. President Bush Visits Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector - 08/03/2006 President Bush addresses CBP Border Patrol agents and National Guard troops in McAllen, Texas. President Bush Visits Rio Grande Valley Border Patrol Sector - 08/03/2006 President Bush greets CBP Air and Marine agents at the airport in McAllen, Texas. Border Security Briefing - 07/25/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar and Lt Gen H Steven Blum Chief of National Guard Bureau answer questions during the border security briefing held in Washington DC. today. Commissioner Basham in Blackhawk Helicopter - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham prepares to take an aerial tour of the Yuma sector. Commissioner Basham in Yuma Sector - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham is shown Camp Grip's area of operation. Camp Grip is located in the Yuma Sector. Commissioner Basham with National Guard - 06/21/2006 CBP Commissioner Basham talks to members of the National Guard that are stationed at the Yuma sector. Commissioner Basham Greeting CBP Officers - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham takes a tour of the Nogales port of entry. Declaration of Principles Signing Event - 06/22/2006 CBP Assistant Commissioner of International Affairs Keith Thomson and Egyptian Government official Mr. Adel Radwan sign a declaration of principles in Washington D.C. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham in Yuma AZ - 06/21/2006 CBP Commissioner Basham addresses Border Patrol agents and National Guard Troops at the Border Patrol Yuma sector HQ. Nogales, Arizona Port of Entry - 06/21/2006 Commissioner W. Ralph Basham tours Nogales, Arizona port of entry and speaks with a CBP Officer. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham in Tucson, Arizona - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham addresses Border Patrol Agents and National Guard Troops at the Tucson Border Patrol Sector. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham in Tucson, Arizona - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham tours the Border Patrol Tucson Sector at Nogales Station. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham in Tucson, Arizona - 06/21/2006 Commissioner Basham tours the Border Patrol Tucson Sector at Nogales Station. Declaration of Principles signing event in Washington, D.C. - 06/20/2006 Brenda LaGrange Johnson, U.S. Ambassador to Jamaica congratulates Robert Pickersgill, Jamaican Minister of Housing, Transport, Water and Works, after signing a Declaration of Principles in Washington, D.C on June 20. American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) Conference - 06/13/2006 Commissioner W. Ralph Basham at the AAEI conference held in New York. American Association of Exporters and Importers (AAEI) Conference - 06/13/2006 Commissioner W. Ralph Basham speaking at the AAEI conference held in New York. Know Before You Go - 06/07/2006 CBP Deputy Commissioner Deborah Spero speaks at a press conference concerning the launch of a traveler awareness campaign at BWI in Baltimore. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham Swearing In Ceremony - 06/06/2006 CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham is sworn in by President Bush in Artesia NM at the Border Patrol training facility. Commissioner W. Ralph Basham Swearing In Ceremony - 06/06/2006 CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham is sworn in by President Bush in Artesia NM at the Border Patrol training facility. Border Patrol and National Guard Press Event - 06/05/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief, David Aguilar along with Lieutenant General H. Steven Blum Chief of the National Guard Bureau discusses the deployment of the National Guard troops to the southern border. Border Patrol and National Guard Press Event - 06/05/2006 Lieutenant General H. Steven Blum Chief of the National Guard Bureau along with CBP Border Patrol Chief, David Aguilar discusses the deployment of the National Guard troops to the southern border. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 New CBP Commissioner receives his law enforcement credentials from Homeland Security Secretary Chertoff as Deputy Commissioner Spero looks on. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 DHS Secretary Chertoff speaks on the confirmation of CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 Deputy Commissioner Spero makes opening remarks at during a ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 New CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham addresses CBP on his first day on the job. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 New CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham said he will value respect, integrity and cooperation as CBP moves forward. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 New CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham addresses an enthusiastic audience of CBP employees at the Ronald Reagan Building. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 New CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham thanked Deputy Commissioner Deborah Spero for her contributions as acting commissioner. Welcome Ceremony for CBP Commissioner W. Ralph Basham - 06/05/2006 "Thank you for welcoming me today into this very special organization," new Commissioner W. Ralph Basham told his employees. President Bush Visits the Southern Land Border - 05/18/2006 President Bush addresses federal, state and local officials in Yuma AZ. President Bush Visits the Southern Land Border - 05/18/2006 President Bush and Border Patrol Chief Aguilar address federal, state, and local officials in Yuma, AZ. CBP hosts COAC Meeting - 05/16/2006 CBP Acting Commissioner Deborah Spero with Assistant Commissioners Jayson Ahern and Keith Thomson hosted a Departmental Advisory Committee on Commercial Operations of CBP (COAC) discussion about port and cargo security. Border Security Briefing - 05/16/2006 Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff responds to questions during the Border Security Briefing held at the White House. Border Security Briefing - 05/16/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar responds to questions during the Border Security Briefing held at the White House. National Honor Guard Competition - 05/14/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Honor Guard competed at this year's National Honor Guard Competition held in Washington, D.C. National Honor Guard Competition - 05/14/2006 CBP office of Border Patrol honor guard team competed in this year's National Honor Guard Competition held in Washington DC. Ceremony in Washington D.C. - 05/12/2006 Michael Chertoff speaks at a ceremony honoring fallen CBP Officers and Agents in Washington D.C. Honor Guard Ceremony - 05/12/2006 CBP Officer stands guard next to a wreath placed to honor those who have fallen in the line of duty. Honor Guard Ceremony - 05/12/2006 A CBP Officer bows her head during a moment of silence at a ceremony honoring fallen CBP Officers and Agents. Ceremony in Washington D.C. - 05/12/2006 CBP Acting Commissioner Spero, Border Patrol Chief Aguilar, and OFO Assistant Commissioner Ahern, lay a wreath to honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. Secretary's Second Annual Award Ceremony - 05/12/2006 Secretary Michael Chertoff and CBP Acting Commissioner Deborah Spero participates in this years Valor Memorial serviced held at the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC. Secretary's Second Annual Award Ceremony - 05/10/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff awards William Heffelfinger, CBP Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Office of Field Operations, the Secretary's Gold Medal. Secretary's Second Annual Award Ceremony - 05/10/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff speaks at the opening of the Secretary's Second Annual Award Ceremony in Washington DC. Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony - 05/09/2006 Mr. George Takei signs autographs at the Ronald Reagan building, in Washington DC after his Asian Pacific Heritage speech. Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony - 05/09/2006 Dancers perform at the Asian Pacific Heritage Celebration held in the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC. Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony - 05/09/2006 Dancers perform at the Asian Pacific Heritage Celebration held in the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington DC. Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony - 05/09/2006 Mr. George Takei Speaks during this years Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony held at the Ronald Reagan building in Washington DC. Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony - 05/09/2006 Mr. George Takei Speaks during this years Asian Pacific Heritage Ceremony held at the Ronald Reagan building in Washington DC. Public Service Recognition Week - 05/04/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer holds puppy at the Public Service Recognition Week (PSRW). Public Service Recognition Week - 05/04/2006 A CBP employee hands out outreach material at this year's PSRW. Public Service Recognition Week - 05/04/2006 A CBP Safeboat at the PSRW. Public Service Recognition Week - 05/04/2006 A CBP Fastboat at this year's PSRW. Chamber of Commerce - 04/25/2006 CBP Assistant Commissioner Jay Ahern Comments on Port Security and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington D.C. Hill Day - 04/25/2006 The Honorable Peter T. King, Chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security along with Jayson Ahern and the rest of the Homeland Security Committee unveil the newest radiation portal monitor in Washington DC. Hill Day - 04/25/2006 Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Michael Jackson and CBP Assistant Commissioner Jayson Ahern speak to the media after the press event held in Washington DC. Hill Day - 04/25/2006 Homeland Security Deputy Secretary Michael Jackson, right, and CBP Assistant Commissioner Jayson Ahern address a question from the media following the mobile portal monitor presentation at the U.S. Capitol. Hill Day - 04/25/2006 Members of CBP’s Lab Services Division in the Office of Information and Technology explain some of the aspects of their duties during “Hill Day” in Washington D.C. Hill Day - 04/25/2006 General Kostelnik, Assistant Commissioner of CBP Air and Marine and David Aguilar, Chief of Border Patrol look at a new uniform being released to pilots during “Hill Day” in Washington D.C. Heritage Foundation - 04/25/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar speaks at the Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C. Heritage Foundation - 04/25/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar speaks at the Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C. Heritage Foundation - 04/25/2006 CBP Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar speaks at the Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C. Historic Badging Event for Air and Marine Directors - 03/30/2006 Acting Commissioner Spero administers the oath of office to Assistant Commissioner Kostelnik during the Air & Marine badge ceremony in Washington D.C. Historic Badging Event for Air and Marine Directors - 03/30/2006 CBP Directors of Air Operations prepare to reaffirm the oath of office during the Air & Marine badge ceremony in Washington D.C. CBP Badging Ceremony, Washinton, D.C. - 03/08/2006 CBP Acting Commissioner Deborah J. Spero speaks at today’s badging ceremony held at the Ronald Reagan building in Washington, D.C. CBP Badging Ceremony, Washinton, D.C. - 03/08/2006 CBP Acting Commissioner Deborah J. Spero pins the new badge onto an Agent stationed in Washington, D.C. Award Presented to Buddy Shipp for Volunteer Work During Katrina Clean Up - 03/08/2006 CBP Acting Commissioner Deborah J. Spero along with Deputy Assistant Commissioner William S. Heffelfinger present Buddy Shipp an award for his volunteer work in New Orleans during the Katrina clean up. Signing of Action Plan - 03/03/2006 Department of Homeland Security Secretary Chertoff and Secretary of Governance of Mexico Abascal signing Action Plan to combat border violence and increase public safety. Port Security - 02/21/2006 Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Stewart Baker comments on port security. Port Security - 02/21/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Assistant Commissioner Jay Ahern comments on port security. Port Security - 02/21/2006 Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Stewart Baker comments on port security. Port Security - 02/21/2006 Admiral Thomas Gilmore, of the United States Coast Guard, comments on port security. Port Security - 02/21/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Assistant Commissioner Jay Ahern comments on port security. Acting Commissioner Deborah Spero Dedicates New CBP Offices in New Orleans, LA - 02/13/2006 Acting Commissioner Spero dedicated new offices in New Orleans, LA along with Assistant Commissioner Richard Balaban, Office of Finance, and Deputy Assistant Commissioner William Heffelfinger, Office of Field Operations. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff answers questions at todays press event held in Washington, D.C. concerning the Secure Border Initiative. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar answers questions during a press event held in Washington, D.C. concerning the Secure Border Initiative. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Border Patrol Chief David Aguilar speaks about violence against Border Patrol Agents at a press event held in Washington, D.C. concerning the Secure Border Initiative. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff makes comments concerning the Secure Border Initiative with Chief David Aguilar of the Border Patrol, left, and John Torres, Deputy Assistant Director of ICE, on right. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff makes comments concerning the Secure Border Initiative with Chief David Aguilar of the Border Patrol, left. Secure Border Initiative (SBI) Press Event, Washington, D.C. - 02/09/2006 Department of the Treasury Deputy Assistant Secretary Timothy Skud, Acting Commissioner Deborah Spero, Office of Field Operations Assistant Commissioner Jayson Ahern, and Office of International Affairs Assistant Commissioner E. Keith Thompson attend February, 9, 2006 meeting of the COAC. DHS Budget Announcement - 02/06/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discusses new budget items for DHS. DHS Budget Announcement - 02/06/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discusses new budget items for DHS. DHS Budget Announcement - 02/06/2006 Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff discusses new budget items for DHS. Super Bowl XL Security - 02/02/2006 CBP Officer checks inbound vehicles from Canada at the Ambassador Bridge Detroit point of entry during Superbowl week. Super Bowl XL Security - 02/02/2006 Customs and Border Protection Officers check cars entering the U.S. via the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 02/02/2006 Customs and Border Protection Officers check cars entering the U.S. via the Windsor Tunnel in Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 02/02/2006 Customs and Border Protection officers check all vehicles leaving the U.S. through the port of Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 02/02/2006 Customs and Border Protection officers check all vehicles leaving the U.S. through the port of Detroit, MI. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Making comments at the CBP kickoff to African American Heritage month, Keynote speaker Ms. Gwendolyn E. Boyd, is the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Members of the internationally renowned Morgan State University Choir sing at the kickoff of African American Heritage Month at CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Members of the internationally renowned Morgan State University Choir sing at the kickoff of African American Heritage Month at CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Making comments at the CBP kickoff to African American Heritage Month, Keynote speaker Ms. Gwendolyn E. Boyd, is the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Members of the internationally renowned Morgan State University Choir sing at the kickoff of African American Heritage Month at CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Members of the internationally renowned Morgan State University Choir sing at the kickoff of African American Heritage Month at CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. African American Heritage Month - 02/01/2006 Members of a fraternity at Howard University show that it is all about the "Steppin" at the kickoff of African American Heritage Month at CBP headquarters in Washington, D.C. Super Bowl XL Security - 01/31/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers check all trucks prior to entering Ford Field in Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 01/31/2006 Trucks run through the gamma ray imaging system before entering Ford Field in Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 01/31/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer and his bomb sniffing canine inspect trucks outside of Ford Field in Detroit, MI. Super Bowl XL Security - 01/31/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection use a variety of tools to check all trucks entering Ford Field in Detroit, MI. Agriculture Specialists Graduation - 01/31/2006 Acting CBP Commissioner Deborah Spero provides remarks at an Agriculture Specialist Graduation Ceremony, class 602. Agriculture Specialists Graduation - 01/31/2006 Agriculture Specialists file in the auditorium to begin the graduation ceremony for class 602. Agriculture Specialists Graduation - 01/31/2006 Acting CBP Commissioner Deborah Spero makes remarks at an Agriculture Specialist Graduation Ceremony, class 602. Agriculture Specialists Graduation - 01/31/2006 Agriculture Specialists during the playing of the National Anthem at the opening of the graduation ceremony. Secure Border Initiative Industry Day - 01/26/2006 Deputy Secretary Michael P. Jackson speaks at the Industry Day event held at the Ronald Reagan Building. Secure Border Initiative Industry Day - 01/26/2006 U.S. Customs and Border Protection hosts the Secure Border Initiative Industry Day. Sergeant David Lim and CBP Canine Officer Walter C. Riggs with CBP Canine "Sirius" - 01/25/2006 New York/New Jersey Port Authority Police Department Sergeant David Lim and CBP Canine Officer Walter C. Riggs pose along with Sirius, a CBP K9, named after Officer Lim's dog who was killed in the Sept 11 attack of the World Trade Center in New York. WCO Awards Ceremony - 01/24/2006 Acting Commissioner Spero presents awards to the Newark Seaport group. WCO Awards Ceremony - 01/24/2006 Acting Commissioner Spero presents awards to the World Customs Organization Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade group. 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