"The front side of one coin for sale reads, "NORTH AMERICAN TOUR 2025," along with the acronyms for US Border Patrol and the acronym for "fuck around and find out"-a phrase that was initially popularized by the far-right group the Proud Boys and has been used by various Trump officials."
"The coin depicts a gas mask, a riot control smoke grenade, and a pepper ball launcher. On the other side, the coin appears to have a portrait of Border Patrol's now retired commander-at-large, Gregory Bovino, with his arm raised in a salute."
"Willcox MWR is a nonprofit that the IRS most recently declared tax-exempt during the Biden administration and whose address on IRS paperwork matches that of the Willcox Border Patrol Station in Arizona."
"According to DHS policies, officially recognized groups can fundraise using government property and create merchandise with the agency's name and logos-but they have to receive advance approval from the agency."
Border Patrol agents are selling coins and merchandise to raise funds for nonprofit organizations that list Border Patrol buildings as their address. One coin features the phrase "fuck around and find out" and depicts riot control equipment. The coin also honors a retired Border Patrol commander and lists cities that experienced federal enforcement surges. Willcox Morale Welfare and Recreation, a nonprofit linked to the Border Patrol, is involved in this fundraising effort, which is permitted under DHS policies for employee associations.
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