Trump administration warns 7-Eleven after Border Patrol’s Gregory Bovino refused service

WASHINGTON, DC: The Trump administration is pressing 7-Eleven for answers after a January 21 incident in Minneapolis, where US Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino and federal agents were reportedly refused service at a Speedway gas station.

Michael Lynch, deputy administrator of the General Services Administration (GSA), sent a formal request to 7-Eleven’s Chief Operating Officer, Doug Rosencrans, asking for details from any internal investigation into the episode.

Michael Lynch warns of potential federal partnership risk

In his letter, Lynch emphasized that the federal government’s partnership with 7-Eleven could be in jeopardy. He noted that its stores, including Speedway locations, accept government fleet fuel cards used by agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security.

"As 7-Eleven, Inc./Speedway LLC locations accept the GSA SmartPay fleet card for fuel and other authorized purchases on behalf of Federal fleets —including those operated by the US Department of Homeland Security — these actions raise concerns about the ability of Federal vehicle operators to access necessary fuel and services at convenient locations," Lynch wrote.

The incident drew national attention after a viral video circulated showing Bovino leaving the store while a manager reportedly told him and his team, "We do NOT support ICE, get off of our property!"

Businesses risk federal contracts after refusing service to federal agents

The GSA also requested information about 7-Eleven’s employee training and policies related to accepting federal fleet cards. The agency stressed the importance of ensuring federal workers can consistently access fuel and essential services.

This episode is part of a larger pattern of businesses taking public stances against federal immigration agents. Earlier this year, the GSA removed Hampton Inn Lakeville from its approved federal hotel list after ICE agents were denied rooms. Other local businesses, including a McDonald’s, displayed signs barring service to federal immigration personnel.

7-Eleven has yet to publicly respond to the GSA’s inquiry. The agency has indicated it could remove the chain from its federal fuel card program if cooperation is insufficient, underscoring the potential consequences for companies that deny service to federal employees.

The GSA urged swift cooperation to maintain reliable service access for government vehicles and avoid disruptions to federal operations.