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Illegal Border Crossings Plummet 80% After Trump’s Emergency

1/27/2025

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In San Diego, Border Patrol agents celebrate an astonishing 80% drop in illegal border crossings compared to last year. This dramatic change follows President Trump's declaration of a border emergency and the deployment of 1,500 troops. As enforcement strategies evolve, fewer asylum-seekers are surrendering, signaling a shift in migrant behavior and policy impact.

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Story summary

In San Diego, Border Patrol agents celebrate an astonishing 80% drop in illegal border crossings compared to last year. This dramatic change follows President Trump's declaration of a border emergency and the deployment of 1,500 troops. As enforcement strategies evolve, fewer asylum-seekers are surrendering, signaling a shift in migrant behavior and policy impact.