DHS Announces New Border Patrol Chief Replacing Raul Ortiz

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Friday announced that Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz will be succeeded by Jason Owens, the current head of the Del Rio Sector.
Owens, who is a seasoned Border Patrol veteran with over 25 years of experience, will assume the position upon Ortiz’s retirement on June 30.
DHS also revealed the retirement of acting Deputy Commissioner Benjamine “Carry” Huffman, who will be replaced by Pete Flores, the incoming executive assistant commissioner for the Office of Field Operations.
In a statement, DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas expressed gratitude for the invaluable service rendered by Huffman and Ortiz, underscoring their unwavering dedication to public service and their substantial contributions to ensuring the safety and security of the American people….}