Former Border Patrol Chief Testifies on Security Risks

Former San Diego Sector Border Patrol Chief Aaron Heitke accused the Biden-Harris administration of concealing the surge in arrests of migrants with terrorism ties, known as Special Interest Aliens (SIAs), during his testimony before a House Homeland Security Committee hearing. Heitke revealed that prior to this administration, the San Diego sector averaged 10-15 SIAs annually, but this number rose to over 100 in 2022 and has continued to increase since. He claimed he was instructed not to release information about these arrests to the public, as the administration aimed to downplay the border threat. Heitke also criticized the administration for reducing detention space and mass releasing migrants into communities. This revelation has sparked significant concerns over national security and the handling of border policies.