Accountability and the Border Patrol: The Hernandez Case

This chapter examines the Hernandez v. Mesa case, highlighting systemic issues in policing and the complexities of law enforcement actions at the U.S.-Mexico border. It discusses the tragic shooting of a 15-year-old, Sergio Hernandez, by a Border Patrol agent, and explores the broader implications of constitutional accountability for federal officers. The conversation further investigates how changes in the Supreme Court's approach to the Bivens Doctrine affect the ability of individuals to seek justice against federal agents for constitutional violations.