Former Border Patrol Boss Ejected from Las Vegas Bar

Gregory Bovino was asked to leave Bottled Blonde bar over safety concerns for other patrons.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Former U.S. Border Patrol Commander-at-Large Gregory Bovino was reportedly asked to leave a Las Vegas bar, Bottled Blonde, out of safety concerns for the venue's customers. Bovino was spotted drinking wine at the bar and was later escorted out by staff, according to the venue.

Why it matters

Bovino's removal from the bar highlights ongoing concerns about the conduct and public perception of federal immigration enforcement officials, particularly in the wake of recent incidents involving Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis.

The details

Bottled Blonde, a multi-level sports bar on the Las Vegas Strip, said that upon becoming aware of Bovino's presence, he was asked to leave the premises and was escorted out by staff in accordance with the venue's policy to maintain a safe and orderly environment for all patrons. The bar stated that it does not engage in political activity or affiliations and reserves the right to refuse service to any patron at its discretion.

  • On January 30, Bovino was filmed chugging wine with a group of young men at the Bottled Blonde bar.
  • Bovino was replaced as Border Patrol Commander-at-Large in Minneapolis on January 27.

The players

Gregory Bovino

Former U.S. Border Patrol Commander-at-Large who was removed from his post in Minneapolis and later asked to leave a Las Vegas bar.

Bottled Blonde

A multi-level sports bar on the Las Vegas Strip that asked Bovino to leave the premises due to safety concerns for other patrons.

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What they’re saying

“Upon becoming aware of the individual's presence, the patron was asked to leave the premises and was escorted out by staff in accordance with venue policy to maintain a safe and orderly environment for all patrons.”

— Bottled Blonde, Venue representative (Daily Beast)

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing scrutiny and public perception issues facing federal immigration enforcement officials, particularly in the wake of recent controversies involving Border Patrol agents. It underscores the challenges these agencies face in maintaining public trust and operating in a manner that is seen as fair and proportionate by the communities they serve.