Record Low Border Apprehensions in February under Trump Administration
The Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol, Michael W. Banks, shared that February apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border hit record lows under the Trump administration, with a significant drop in illegal crossings compared to previous years.
Key Points
- Record low of 8,326 illegal aliens apprehended in February
- 94% decrease compared to the previous year
- 82% decrease compared to December under President Biden
- Reverse migration trend with disappointed migrants turning away mid-journey
- Deployment of additional military units to strengthen border enforcement
Pros
- Significant decrease in illegal border crossings compared to previous years
- Increased border security measures resulted in lower apprehension rates
Cons
- Closure of non-government migrant shelters that previously received federal funding
- Reports of tragic incidents like the death of an 8-year-old child during a migrant smuggling operation