(NewsNation) — Mexican cartels are being accused of offering incentives to people to dox, attack or even kill ICE officers and Border Patrol agents.
The Department of Homeland Security posted a statement on X saying thousands of dollars will be offered for any attacks, including killing high-ranking officials. It comes as an accused Chicago gang member was arrested for allegedly putting a hit out on Border Patrol chief Gregory Bovino.
The department also said the criminal networks have recruited U.S.-based sympathizers, including street gangs in cities like Chicago. Investigators said there are teams in the city who spot federal agents and post real-time updates on what neighborhoods they can be found in.
There is a tiered bounty system the cartels have established, according to DHS. Th