Border Wall Upgrade Project Restarted in Texas

President Biden's cancellation of a border wall upgrade project in Texas has been restarted by the Trump administration, with plans to replace guard rails with bollard panels. Vice President JD Vance and other officials visited the Texas border. Actions by Trump's administration led to a significant drop in migrant encounters.

Decrease in Migrant Encounters at U.S. Border

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks reported a 55% drop in migrants encountered along the border in the past week, with apprehensions falling from over 10,000 to less than 5,000. Enhanced border security measures are credited for the decrease.

Immigration as the Top Issue in the U.S.

Immigration is the most important issue in the United States for the third consecutive month, according to a Gallup poll. The poll also indicates concerns about government, economy, and inflation. Recent data shows a high number of migrant encounters under the current administration. A survey found a significant percentage in favor of mass deportations of undocumented migrants.

Migrant Encounters at the Southern Border

Record-high numbers of migrant encounters at the southern border in February, causing concern and debate among America's leaders and citizens.