The latest report from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reveals that illegal crossings have remained low and flat through September, with nearly 1.4 million migrants entering the country lawfully under Biden-Harris administration programs. The report, which covers fiscal year 2024, highlights a significant decrease in southwest border encounters, attributed to increased enforcement efforts by CBP.
CBP officials emphasized their actions against transnational criminal organizations profiting from human exploitation and drug smuggling. President Biden's proclamation on border security in June 2024 led to a more than 55% decrease in unlawful border crossings, with over 160,000 individuals removed or returned by the Department of Homeland Security.
