Border agents face record number of migrants in one day amid escalating crisis: Report
Record Number of Migrants Cross into the U.S. from Mexico
Tuesday witnessed an unprecedented surge of people crossing into the United States from Mexico, breaking all previous records, according to Fox News correspondent Bill Melugin.
Since President Joe Biden’s inauguration, millions of migrants have successfully entered the country. However, Tuesday’s influx surpassed all expectations.
Unnamed Customs and Border Protection sources revealed to Melugin that over 12,000 individuals crossed the border on that day, marking the highest single-day total ever recorded.
Melugin tweeted, “This includes more than 10,200 Border Patrol apprehensions of illegal immigrants, one of the highest daily totals ever recorded for BP.”
BREAKING: Per CBP sources, there were more than 12,000 migrant encounters at the southern border yesterday, the highest single-day total ever recorded. This includes 10,200+ Border Patrol apprehensions of illegal immigrants, amongst the highest daily totals for BP ever recorded.
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) December 6, 2023
Melugin also provided historical context, highlighting that just a few years ago, a fraction of the illegal entries witnessed on Tuesday would have been considered overwhelming.
He shared a quote from former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson, who served under President Obama, stating that 1,000 border crossings in a day is a “bad day” that overwhelms the system, and 4,000 in a day is a “crisis.”
Reminder: Former DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson, who served under President Obama, once said that 1,000 border crossings in a day is a “bad day”, “overwhelms the system”, & that 4,000 in a day is a “crisis”.
The Biden administration just had 12,000+ migrant encounters yesterday.
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) December 6, 2023
According to CBP data, an average of 7,770 aliens were encountered at the Southwest border each day in October, a decrease from nearly 9,000 in September.
Melugin shared a Fox News clip showing hundreds of migrants who had illegally crossed the border into Arizona on Tuesday.
“Masses of adult men from around the globe are crossing, expecting to be released into the US,” the reporter wrote, noting that some of the men were coming from countries like Syria.
A live look at the situation in Lukeville, AZ this morning, as record high illegal crossings surge along the southern border. Here – masses of adult men from around the globe are crossing – expecting to be released into the US. A group of Syrian men just crossed here as well. pic.twitter.com/v8uB3GlAAh
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) December 6, 2023
Since Biden assumed office in January 2021, CBP has encountered over 6.5 million border crossers. However, this number does not include an estimated 1.5 million individuals who have evaded apprehension while illegally entering the country, according to the office of Republican Sen. John Cornyn of Texas.
The article “Border Agents Encounter Highest-Ever Number of Migrants in a Single Day as Crisis Escalates: Report” was originally published on The Western Journal.
What immediate actions should the Biden administration take to address the current crisis at the US-Mexico border and protect the integrity of the border
— Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) December 6, 2023
It is evident that the current situation at the US-Mexico border has reached critical levels, with the number of migrants surpassing previous records on a daily basis. This raises questions about the Biden administration’s ability to effectively handle the influx of migrants and implement appropriate immigration policies.
While it is important to acknowledge the humanitarian aspect of the crisis, it is equally crucial to address the security concerns associated with unregulated immigration. The increase in the number of illegal border crossings puts a strain on law enforcement agencies and border patrol, stretching their resources to the limit.
The Biden administration has been criticized for its approach to immigration and border security since taking office. Critics argue that the current surge is a direct result of the administration’s relaxed immigration policies, such as the rollback of several Trump-era immigration restrictions and the suspension of deportations for certain categories of undocumented immigrants.
Former Secretary Jeh Johnson’s quote serves as a reminder that the current situation constitutes a crisis. The numbers speak for themselves, with over 12,000 individuals crossing the border in a single day. This overwhelming influx puts additional pressure on border patrol agents who are already struggling to manage the existing caseload.
It is crucial for the Biden administration to take immediate action to address this crisis. This includes implementing stricter border security measures, improving coordination with Mexico to prevent illegal crossings, and streamlining the immigration process to ensure efficient and timely processing of asylum claims.
The issue of immigration is a complex and sensitive one, but it is essential for the government to find a balanced approach that considers both humanitarian and national security concerns. The current record-breaking surge of migrants crossing into the US from Mexico demands swift and decisive action to protect the integrity of the border and uphold the rule of law.
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