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Illegal Border Crossings Plunge Amid Trump's Controversial Policies

6/18/2025

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In May 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection celebrated a staggering drop in illegal border crossings, plummeting to just 8,725 encounters from over 117,000 the previous year. Acting Commissioner Pete Flores credited this turnaround to President Trump's policies. However, increased deportations, especially in sanctuary cities, have sparked widespread protests, igniting a heated national debate.

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In May 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection celebrated a staggering drop in illegal border crossings, plummeting to just 8,725 encounters from over 117,000 the previous year. Acting Commissioner Pete Flores credited this turnaround to President Trump's policies. However, increased deportations, especially in sanctuary cities, have sparked widespread protests, igniting a heated national debate.