California School District Apologizes After Border Patrol Recruiter Denied Entry to Career Fair

The Coachella Valley Unified School District called the incident a misunderstanding and pledged disciplinary action to prevent future occurrences.

A U.S. Border Patrol recruiter was asked to leave a career fair at Coachella Valley High School on March 26, 2025, reportedly due to a lack of proper vetting.
The Coachella Valley Unified School District issued an apology on March 27, 2025, describing the situation as a misunderstanding and promising disciplinary action against staff involved.
The district reaffirmed its commitment to welcoming Border Patrol participation in future career fairs across its schools.
Border Patrol representatives expressed disappointment over the incident, emphasizing the importance of educating students about careers in federal law enforcement.
The school district has recently implemented immigration-related policies, including distributing 'Know Your Rights' cards, which may have influenced perceptions of the Border Patrol’s presence.