What is the primary responsibility of Customs and Border Protection (CBP)?

The primary responsibility of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is to enforce customs regulations. This involves ensuring that goods entering and leaving the country comply with U.S. law, while also preventing the smuggling of contraband and enforcing immigration laws at the borders. CBP plays a crucial role in safeguarding national security and facilitating lawful trade and travel.

While managing immigration processes is a part of their duties, it is not the primary focus of CBP compared to customs enforcement. Conducting criminal investigations is typically handled by other agencies or specific divisions within CBP. Overseeing environmental regulations is outside the primary mandate of CBP and falls under the jurisdiction of agencies that specialize in environmental protection.