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Border Apprehensions Plummet 93% Under Trump Administration

5/13/2025

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In a striking turnaround, apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border plummeted by 93% under President Trump, with only 8,383 reported in April 2024, a stark contrast to 129,000 the previous year. The CBP noted just five illegal aliens were released, while drug seizures surged by 15%, underscoring the administration's robust border control efforts.

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In a striking turnaround, apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border plummeted by 93% under President Trump, with only 8,383 reported in April 2024, a stark contrast to 129,000 the previous year. The CBP noted just five illegal aliens were released, while drug seizures surged by 15%, underscoring the administration's robust border control efforts.