PHARR, Texas—For the second time in less than a week, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted a large load of alleged methamphetamine, seizing a shipment valued at more than $15 million within a tractor trailer hauling carrots.

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On July 7, 2025, at approximately 5:29 a.m., a 27-year-old male citizen of the United States, arrived at the U.S. Border Patrol Rio Grande Valley Sector Annex, located at 2301 South Main Street, McAllen, Texas, in a sedan. The man remained in his vehicle for approximately 15 minutes. At approximately 5:44 a.m., the man exited his vehicle and stood in the parking lot of the Annex wearing a mask, a vest resembling a body armor plate carrier, shorts, and carrying a black bag.

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Washington, D.C. – In response to the catastrophic flooding across Central Texas, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins continues to direct the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) activation of comprehensive disaster response and recovery resources. USDA personnel across regional, state, and county offices are working to support impacted residents, agricultural producers, and communities with emergency response efforts, recovery resources and guidance, and long-term recovery assistance.

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PHARR, Texas — U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility intercepted more than $23 million in alleged methamphetamine concealed within a tractor trailer hauling papayas.

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The Department of Agriculture announced a new government-wide, multi-prong effort focused on ensuring America's ability to secure its own food supply, in part by eliminating interference from adversarial nations.

But the National Farm Security Action Plan isn't just about food or farms. The Defense Department benefits as well.

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins explained the significance of the first action item in the National Farm Security Action Plan, which she said is likely the most important.

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Governor Greg Abbott has provided an update on additional state emergency response resources that have been activated in response to the ongoing heavy rainfall and flooding that have impacted Texas communities.

“The State of Texas is working around the clock to support emergency management personnel and local officials as they continue recovery and rescue operations across the state,” said Governor Abbott. “There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding in the Central Texas, Hill Country, Big Country, and Concho Valley regions. Texans are urged to remain weather aware, heed the guidance of local officials, and regularly monitor weather forecasts. Texas will remain engaged until every missing person is found and every Texan recovers from this disaster.”

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