Biden-Harris border data

Recent reports show a significant decrease in migrant apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border, with numbers falling to levels not seen since the Trump administration. In July 2024, Border Patrol encountered just over 56,000 migrants, marking a stark contrast to the peak of nearly 250,000 in December 2023. This decline is attributed to both executive actions and diplomatic engagements with Mexico, where U.S. officials discussed additional support for Latin American countries in exchange for reduced migration. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris's position on the Democratic ticket is seen as a potential strategy to regain Latino voters, whose support for President Biden has waned. Critics, including Trump’s allies, argue that the Biden-Harris administration's immigration policies have led to unprecedented levels of illegal crossings since 2021. As the election approaches, the dynamics of border security and Latino voter sentiment play crucial roles in shaping campaign narratives.