The federal judge who sought to meet with U.S. Border Patrol boss Gregory Bovino on a daily basis said Wednesday she “was a little surprised” to see the feds challenge that arrangement — especially after Bovino’s appearance on Fox News.

U.S. District Judge Sara Ellis made the comment Wednesday evening, after the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals agreed to put a temporary hold on her standing appointment with the Border Patrol’s commander-at-large.

Even though the appeals court called off Bovino’s appearance, lawyers still met with the judge in her courtroom, according to a transcript posted on the court docket.

“I did see Mr. Bovino’s interview on Fox News today, where he did state that he was excited to come to court and that this would not impede his activities or his ability to manag

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