In this podcast, we dive into the unprecedented surge in outbound inspections by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at key B.C.–Washington state crossings, including Peace Arch and Pacific Highway. Canadians returning home are facing wait times of up to 3.5 hours, and even Nexus holders aren’t spared. What’s fuelling this shift in U.S. border tactics, and why now?
Immigration lawyer Len Saunders, with 25 years of experience in Blaine, calls the inspections "very strange" and questions the lack of transparency. Despite CBP citing national security and contraband seizures, the actual results seem minimal: a few hundred rounds of ammo and some narcotics. Meanwhile, cross-border traffic from Canada has dropped over 50%, devastating small-town economies like Blaine’s, where businesses rely on Canadian shoppers.
We explore the legal, political, and economic ripple effects of these "non-random" vehicle searches, their impact on privacy, and the growing frustrations of travellers and local officials on both sides of the border. If you’re a frequent crosser, a border town resident, or simply curious about the U.S.–Canada dynamic, this one’s for you.
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