US Border Patrol Releases Zero Migrants, Illegal Crossings Drop 93% in May

In May 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported that zero undocumented immigrants were released into the country, a sharp contrast to May 2024 when over 62,000 were released. This decline accompanies a historic 93% drop in illegal border crossings between ports of entry along the southwest border, with encounters falling to 8,725 in May 2025 from more than 117,000 the previous year. Acting CBP Commissioner Pete Flores credited the leadership of President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem for prioritizing border security and enforcing stricter immigration measures, including immediate expulsions under Title 8. The Trump administration's policies, which include increased military presence and the termination of programs facilitating easier entry, have been hailed for achieving the fastest improvement in American border security in decades. Additionally, law enforcement seized significant amounts of drugs, highlighting continued operational success. These developments mark a significant shift in U.S. immigration enforcement and border control compared to the previous administration's approach.