Border Patrol agents apprehended over 902,000 migrants who illegally crossed into the US between ports of entry in the first five months of FY24, a slight decrease from FY23 but a 12% increase over FY22. Texas-based sectors saw a 28% decrease due to increased enforcement efforts, while Tucson and San Diego sectors experienced significant increases.
Key Points
Decrease in Texas-based sectors due to increased enforcement by Texas and Mexico
Significant increase in Tucson and San Diego sectors
Every sector along the northern border experienced an increase in migrant apprehensions
Pros
Decrease in apprehensions in Texas-based border sectors due to increased enforcement efforts
Increased apprehensions in Tucson and San Diego sectors show effectiveness in those areas
Cons
Overall increase in apprehensions compared to previous years indicates ongoing challenges in border security