Illegal border crossings have plummeted to the lowest level in U.S. history as President Trump’s enforcement policies reshape the nation’s southern border.
President Donald Trump’s return to border enforcement has led to a historic drop in illegal immigration, reversing the crisis that peaked under Joe Biden’s administration. Federal data shows a 90% reduction in illegal alien “got-aways” in June compared to the same month last year. These are individuals who evade U.S. Border Patrol entirely—many with criminal histories.
President Donald Trump’s renewed focus on border security has led to a near-total elimination of the catch-and-release policy at the U.S.-Mexico border, marking a 99.99% reduction compared to peak levels under former President Joe Biden.
