Ex-Border Patrol Chief Greg Bovino Claimed Cherokee Heritage While Denigrating Migrants

Greg Bovino, former US Border Patrol commander, claimed Cherokee Native American minority status since childhood despite no official tribal enrollment. He gained notoriety for harsh rhetoric, calling migrants derogatory names and overseeing operations that resulted in two deaths, leading to his removal before retirement. His disputed identity claim and controversial tenure highlight ongoing tensions in US immigration enforcement and policy debates.