CBP Director of Field Operations Atlanta

Happy Mother Day from the Atlanta Field Office. Without the Mothers of our Nation, we wouldn’t be who we are today. From us to you. Thank you!

.@CBP mourns the loss of Border Patrol Agent Sean M. McDonough. BPA McDonough started his CBP career in 2007. He recently served at the Wellesley Island Border Patrol Station, Buffalo Sector in New York. He also served in Nogales Station and in Houlton Sector. BPA McDonough also served in the U.S. Army, Army National Guard, and as a Military Police Officer. He is a true hero who selflessly served to protect America. As a CBP family, we extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of BPA McDonough.

May the Forth be with you! Don’t buy from unknown sources, shady traders, or anyone named Jabba! ATL Cargo, along with last weeks seizure found counterfeit Star Wars merchandise. CBP stands ready to protect U.S. Trade! Live Long and Prosper!

Gotta catch 'em all? Hunting the One Piece? Visiting the most Magical Place on earth? Or, just catching the game! Make sure your merch is real! ATL Cargo Officers recently Seized around $125k worth of counterfeit goods, protecting our consumers and legitimate businesses.

Our Atlanta TFOs always working hard to protect our communities.

Last week I had the opportunity to connect with the @CBP Laboratories & Scientific Services Savannah Lab team and Port Director Nutzhorn. Their work across vessels, passengers, trade, and agriculture is critical to keeping our communities and supply chain safe. #CBPOpsSpprt

Area Port of Savannah Agriculture Specialists identified potential ivory in a pax luggage arriving from Brazil. The individual had declared the items as wooden crafts and antiques; however, Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) confirmed that these items were baby elephant ivory.

Happy Easter from the Atlanta Field Office. Can you find the hidden Easter Egg Pups? Heres a hint theres around 6 or 7!

EGG-cuse me, do you have anything to declare? This isn't your average Easter bunny, they my have cute ears but their nose can sniff out any egg (or suitcase) hiding undeclared agricultural products! Always declare your food before this bunny sniffs you for an EGG-tra exam!

Routine inspections at the Area Port of Savannah found a wood-boring longhorn beetles' larvae (Cerambycidae) in flooring from China. These invasive pests can destroy forests and lumber. Protecting America’s resources—one inspection at a time. #CBP #BorderSecurity

CBP’s newest four-legged officer may not bark… but don’t let that fool you. 🐱🐾 Meet the new feline patrol sniffing out narcotics with stealth, speed, and serious cattitude. Another innovative step in border security. #CBP #FelinePatrol #BorderSecurity #NarcoticsDetection

Area Port of Savannah coral seizure while conducting private aircraft inspection

Another strong week for Agriculture K9 Sampson 🐶🌾 Finds included:
• 🐾15.5 kg avian powder mix
• 🐾8 kg beef powder mix
• 🐾6.5 kg dry milk
• Actionable pest: Mussidia nigrivenella from Nigeria Protecting U.S. agriculture one sniff at a time. #CBP #AgK9 #Agriculture

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: As the Midwest, Southern, and Eastern parts of the United States anticipate a major winter weather event it is important to prepare and take precautions. I am in contact with the state and local officials in the path of the storm. Federal emergency management is positioned to effectively respond and provide aid across the affected areas. Please stay OFF the roads this weekend, allow emergency services to get where they need to go. Stay warm and stay safe! For more information on how to prepare, go to Ready.gov

Are you a conditionally approved Global Entry applicant who still needs to complete an in-person interview? MYR is hosting Global Entry interviews next week! Monday appointments are fully booked. Limited availability remains on Tuesday, with ample openings on Wednesday and Thursday. Learn more here: flymyrtlebeach.com/media/news/glo…

October 9, 2025, CBP-Charlotte Cargo seized a suspected 2,556 kilos of Kratom. The shipment originated in Jakarta, Indonesia and was manifested as “Natural Fabric Mordant for Coloring Textile”. After confirmed lab testing shipment was confirmed Kratom, and tagged for destruction.

Counterfeit goods aren't just knockoffs they can be dangerous. They put consumers at risk, harm legitimate businesses, and violate intellectual property laws. CBP works every day to keep fake goods out of U.S. Communities. Report counterfeits to CBP or the National IPR Center.

Last week, our CBP Officers at the Port of Savannah seized a pair of Corvette Stingrays which had been stolen in Texas. The shipment was destined for Dubai.

CBP Officers are tasked with enforcing trade laws, including making sure importers of cargo are bringing safe goods into the United States for you and your family to enjoy.