Gregory Bovino, a senior Border Patrol official, became well-known during a government crackdown in Chicago. His role was to lead a special team of agents.
However, his team's methods soon caused problems. People complained that the agents were too aggressive. These controversial tactics led to a legal case in federal court.
In the courtroom, U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis confronted Bovino directly. She admonished him for his team's behavior, which she believed violated a court order she had issued.
Judge Ellis was concerned that the agents were not following the law. To ensure this would not continue, she ordered Bovino to report to her in person every single day.
This daily meeting was created to hold the team accountable for their actions. The judge would review their operations to prevent future misconduct and protect citizens' rights.