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U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

The federal agency responsible for securing U.S. borders, facilitating legal trade and travel, and preventing illegal activities from entering the country.

Homeland Security Act of 2002

The law that created the Department of Homeland Security and established its mission and structure to protect the nation.

Air and Marine Operations (AMO)

The law enforcement branch within CBP that uses aircraft and boats to detect, interdict, and prevent acts of terrorism and the unlawful movement of people, drugs, and other contraband toward or across the borders.

Illicit smuggling

The illegal transportation of people, goods, or contraband across borders, often for profit or to evade laws.

Capacity-building efforts

Activities aimed at helping foreign countries improve their ability to carry out specific functions, such as law enforcement, governance, or public services.

Joint operations

When two or more entities, such as the U.S. government and a foreign government, work together on a shared mission or task.