Send us a text Alex shares his remarkable 24-year career with the US Border Patrol, including his experiences with dangerous bandits, cartel operations, and cross-border cooperation with Mexican authorities. His journey from a young recruit to internal affairs special agent reveals the complex, often violent reality of America's border regions. • Growing up in East Los Angeles and finding direction through law enforcement mentors • The dangerous reality of "bandits" who prey on vulnerable migrants crossing the border • Detailed insights into how cartels control "plazas" along the border, requiring payment from anyone crossing • The untold story of Border Patrol Agent Robert Rosas' murder by a cartel crew • Cross-border cooperation with Mexican authorities to capture fugitives wanted in both countries • Perspective on border enforcement changes across five presidential administrations • Transition to Internal Affairs and the challenges that led to early retirement • Current work with Pacheco Advisory Group providing training on border operations and security tactics Check out Alex's co-authored book "On the Line: Inside the U.S. Border Patrol" on Amazon and follow his work at pachecoadvisorygroup.com or on Instagram at pacheco_advisory_group. Support the show
