History of Gregory Bovino in Timeline

Gregory Kent Bovino is a United States Border Patrol officer. He held the position of commander-at-large within the Border Patrol from October 2025 to January 2026.

Sections (1)

Full Timeline

1909: Great-Grandparents Emigration

In 1909, Gregory Bovino's great-grandparents emigrated from Calabria to Pennsylvania.

1927: Great-Grandparents Naturalization

In 1927, Gregory Bovino's great-grandparents became naturalized citizens.

March 27, 1970: Gregory Kent Bovino Born

On March 27, 1970, Gregory Kent Bovino was born.

1981: Father's Accident and Imprisonment

In 1981, Gregory Bovino's father, Michael, caused a fatal car accident while drunk, leading to his imprisonment and the family's subsequent financial struggles and eventual divorce three years later.

1982: Inspiration from "The Border"

In 1996, Bovino, inspired by autobiographies of former agents and having watched "The Border" (1982) as a child, joined the United States Border Patrol as a member of Class 325 at the Border Patrol Academy.

Loading Video...

1988: High School Graduation

In 1988, Gregory Bovino graduated from Watauga High School.

1991: Dean's List

In 1991, Gregory Bovino appeared on the dean's list at Western Carolina University and began the Leader Development and Assessment Course at Fort Lewis.

1993: Bachelor's Degree

In 1993, Gregory Bovino received a bachelor's degree from Western Carolina University.

1996: Joined Border Patrol

In 1996, Gregory Bovino joined the Boone Police Department and also joined the United States Border Patrol as a member of Class 325 at the Border Patrol Academy.

1996: Master's Degree

In 1996, Gregory Bovino received a master's degree from Appalachian State University.

2004: Worked at Yuma Sector

In 2004, Gregory Bovino began working at the Border Patrol's sector in Yuma, Arizona.

December 2008: Promoted to Patrol Agent

In December 2008, Gregory Bovino became an assistant chief at the Yuma sector's headquarters and was promoted to patrol agent in charge of the station in Blythe, California.

2010: Operation Halt in Las Vegas

In 2010, Gregory Bovino led an operation intended to raid airport and bus stations in Las Vegas, but it was halted after an hour due to criticism from Senator Harry Reid.

December 2025: Operation Metro Surge Leadership

In December 2025, Gregory Bovino began leading Operation Metro Surge, a major immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

2025: Greatcoat Video Intensification

In late 2025, a video from the Department of Homeland Security that featured Bovino's coat further intensified comparisons, California governor Gavin Newsom rebuked claims that allegations of fascism and authoritarianism within the Trump administration were hyperbolic using the video.

January 2026: Criticism and Removal from Operation

In January 2026, Gregory Bovino faced criticism following the killing of Alex Pretti, leading to his removal from leading Operation Metro Surge.

January 2026: Controversial Statements and Aftermath

In January 2026, Gregory Bovino made controversial statements following the killing of Alex Pretti, which were contradicted by bystander video. He was privately intended to be moved and reports surfaced about his dismissal, which were denied by the Department of Homeland Security. His access to social media was also revoked.

January 2026: Greatcoat Controversy

In January 2026, Gregory Bovino's green greatcoat sparked controversy and comparisons to Nazi aesthetics. The Department of Homeland Security video featuring the coat intensified this debate, with Gavin Newsom referencing it in rebuking claims about fascism.