Illegal Border Crossings Plummet to Record Low of 7,000 in March

Illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border hit a record low in March, with only 7,181 apprehensions reported, marking a dramatic 94% drop from 137,473 crossings in March 2024. Border Patrol officials attribute this decline to the strict enforcement measures implemented by the Trump administration, which have made migrants 'scared there are consequences now.' This significant decrease follows a pattern seen since President Trump took office, with similar low numbers recorded in February. Experts indicate that these changes reflect contrasting policies between the Trump and Biden administrations, with Trump's approach resulting in reduced illegal immigration. The Customs and Border Protection agency is now focusing on border wall contracts and enhancing enforcement strategies. The overall trend suggests that if current levels persist, the U.S. could see illegal crossings drop to levels not experienced since 1968.