Chris Clem: Inside The Mind Of A US Border Patrol Chief | MTNT POD #86

Chris Clem: Inside The Mind Of A US Border Patrol Chief | MTNT POD #86

Author: Dustin Diefenderfer Founder and CEO of MTNTOUGH Fitness October 14, 2024 Duration: 1:20:20

Chris Clem is a seasoned law enforcement leader with over 27 years in the U.S. Border Patrol, rising to the role of Chief Patrol Agent. Known for his expertise in border security and immigration, Clem has testified before Congress and contributed to national discussions on border policy through various media outlets, including Newsweek.


For more information on Chris Clem's work and perspectives, follow him on social media and explore his contributions to the ongoing discussions on border security.


X: @CClemOfficial


Testimony Before House Judiciary Committee: Full Testimony https://docs.house.gov/meetings/JU/JU00/20240510/117288/HHRG-118-JU00-Wstate-ClemC-20240510.pdf

Americans for Prosperity Blog: Chief Clem Sends a Message to Washington: Secure the Border Now https://americansforprosperity.org/blog/chief-clem-sends-a-message-to-washington-secure-the-border-now/

Newsweek Opinion Piece: I Was a Border Patrol Agent for 27 Years. Here's How We Fix the Border https://www.newsweek.com/i-was-border-patrol-agent-27-years-heres-how-we-fix-border-opinion-1863248


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Chris Clem: Inside The Mind Of A US Border Patrol Chief | MTNT POD #86


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