Human Smuggling across U.S.-Canada Border

An Indian migrant testified that he smuggled over 500 Indian nationals across the U.S.-Canada border, leading to the deaths of four migrants in 2022. Despite his involvement in the smuggling operation and making over $400,000, he will be allowed to stay and work in the U.S. in exchange for his testimony against the alleged leaders of the network.

Increase in Migrant Apprehensions at U.S.-Canada Border

The Swanton Sector of the U.S.-Canada border has seen a significant increase in migrant apprehensions, with over 3,300 migrants arrested in June, up by 420% compared to last year. Year-to-date arrests are up nearly 190% over the same period last year.

National Security Concerns at U.S.-Canada Border

Sen. Marco Rubio discusses national security concerns at U.S.-Canada border amid unprecedented surge in apprehensions. House Republicans sound alarm over 114% increase in apprehensions along northern border. Border Patrol agents apprehend 4,772 subjects in first four months of FY2024. Concerns raised about individuals on terror watchlist crossing northern border and spike in drug smuggling.

Illegal Border Crossings from Canada

Chinese nationals arrested while trying to illegally enter the United States from Canada, highlighting an increase in illegal border crossings at the U.S.-Canada border.