Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive
Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.
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"Our cowboys, and the cowboys in our audience, they believe in hard work, honesty, integrity, help your neighbour, some selflessness."
— Sean Gleason , Executive
"I looked into the military for a long time."
— Cody Price , Other
"I feel really confident in it after that conversation."
— Davin , Other
Key People
An 18-year-old potential recruit considering Border Patrol.
A 19-year-old potential recruit interested in Border Patrol.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
CEO of Professional Bull Riders (PBR).
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