Harpers Ferry Hosts New CBP Training Center Amid Immigration Debate
DHS opens new CPB training center in West Virginia
WOWK 13 News | Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Federal officials, including DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, inaugurated a new U.S. Customs and Border Protection training center in Harpers Ferry, highlighting significant growth in immigration enforcement efforts. Noem emphasized the readiness of CBP officers to face emerging challenges, while local officials linked the facility's opening to addressing public health issues exacerbated by border security. Amid critiques from legislators, the center represents a pivotal moment in reshaping law enforcement and immigration policies in the region, with implications for towns like Charles Town and Ranson.
