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March 13, 2025 18 mins

On this episode of "Bradley on the Border," Ali Bradley gives us an exclusive look at BORTAC training. BORTAC is a special operations group within the Border Patrol, focusing on combating criminal cartels. BORTAC operates in both rural and urban environments, targeting high-value criminal migrants and cartel members. They train rigorously, emphasizing precision and zero-failure missions. Their operations extend beyond the border, with recent activities in states like Illinois and North Carolina. BORTAC also collaborates with other agencies like ICE and the FBI. The unit's training is demanding, involving various scenarios and physical challenges, ensuring they are prepared for high-stakes, life-or-death situations.CHAPTERS LIST:1:26-4:19 BORTAC’s Mission and Training4:19-6:04 Comparison to SWAT Teams6:04-7:37 Prioritizing Targets and Operations Across the Nation7:37-8:56 Response to Cartel Designations and Training8:56-12:26 BORTAC’s Training Facilities and Capabilities12:26-14:38 Planning and Adaptability in Missions14:38-18:26 BORTAC’s Impact and High-Profile CasesCredits:Host: Ali BradleyExecutive Producer: Andy GipsonEditorial Producer: Meagan OuradaField Producer: Travis HarrisonEditor: John Nock#southernborder #cartel #BorderPatrol

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