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U.S. Breaks Record for Monthly Illegal Border Crossings

Record Number of Illegal ⁢Immigrants⁣ Encountered‌ at ⁢U.S. Southern Border

More ‌than 300,000 illegal immigrants were encountered by U.S. border officials in December, marking a record​ for the highest number recorded for ⁣a single month.

According to Customs ‌and Border Protection (CBP)⁢ sources who spoke with Fox News, “more than 302,000​ migrants⁤ were documented attempting to cross the U.S. southern border” between ‌Dec.‍ 1-31. ‍Totaling⁤ more than 785,000 illegal encounters in the first quarter alone, December’s numbers​ signify‍ the ​first time CBP has engaged more than 300,000 illegals ​in a single month.

While the former figure ‌is larger than the population of‍ Seattle, Washington ​ — which, as ⁣of July ⁤2022,‌ hosts roughly 749,000 people —‌ the latter is enough to fill America’s largest football stadium ⁣”almost⁣ three times,” according to The Daily Signal.

In ‌fiscal year 2023, CBP encountered ‍”more than 2.47 million” illegals, marking an increase ‍from the roughly 2.38 million ‍recorded in ⁢2022 and 1.73 million in 2021. An October report published by House Republicans estimates there have been more than 1.7 million “gotaways” since ‍President Biden took office.

Contrary to the⁢ White House’s claims, Biden and his administration have done nothing to stymie the ongoing invasion at America’s ‍southern border. In fact, the administration has actively sought⁣ to‌ prevent border states such as⁤ Texas ⁣from enacting measures designed to halt foreign nationals’ ⁤infringement upon their sovereignty.

Last year,‌ for example, Biden’s⁢ Department of Justice sued ⁣Texas for placing barriers ⁢in ​the Rio Grande⁢ River to prevent illegals from ⁢streaming ⁤onto their land. More recently, the DOJ threatened to file a lawsuit against ‍the ‌Lone Star State if it enacts legislation that would authorize state and local law ‍enforcement to “arrest, jail ⁢and prosecute [individuals] ​ suspected of‌ entering the U.S. unlawfully.”

Meanwhile, House Republicans have failed to use their majority⁤ to enact significant border policy changes in spending bills or hold Biden and officials such as Department of Homeland⁢ Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas accountable for‌ their ⁣intentional destruction of America’s ⁤southern border. In November, for instance, eight GOP representatives voted with Democrats to block a resolution introduced by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., to impeach Mayorkas for his allowance of the disaster to continue unaddressed.


Shawn Fleetwood is‌ a staff writer​ for ⁣The‍ Federalist and a graduate of the University of Mary Washington. ​He previously served‍ as⁣ a state ‍content writer ‍for Convention of States Action and his work has been featured in numerous outlets, including RealClearPolitics, ‍RealClearHealth, and Conservative Review. ‌Follow him on Twitter @ShawnFleetwood

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How does the legal action against Texas over their immigration enforcement policies reflect the Biden administration’s stance on illegal immigration?

The state of​ Texas over ⁤their immigration enforcement policies. The suit claimed that Texas was interfering with the federal ‍government’s authority to enforce ⁢immigration laws. ‌This legal action is a clear indication that the Biden ⁢administration‌ is not taking the⁣ issue of illegal immigration seriously.

The record number of encounters at the U.S. southern border is a cause for concern. It not ‌only ⁢puts a strain⁤ on⁣ border officials and resources but also raises questions⁤ about national security. ⁢With such⁣ a large influx of illegal immigrants, it becomes difficult to properly screen individuals and ensure that those with malicious intent do not enter the country.

Moreover, the ⁤increase in illegal border crossings highlights the failure of ⁣the Biden administration’s immigration policies. Despite ​promising ‌to tackle immigration issues during ⁢his campaign, President Biden ‍has yet to ‌deliver any ‍meaningful solutions. Instead, his⁤ administration has focused on ​reversing the policies put in place by the previous ‍administration, such as the Migrant Protection Protocols ‍(MPP) and the construction of the border ‌wall.

The consequences⁣ of this inaction are evident. Border states, such as Texas and Arizona, are bearing the brunt of the crisis. They are​ overwhelmed with the number of‍ illegal immigrants entering their jurisdictions and‌ their resources are stretched thin.⁣ Local communities are also feeling the impact, as they struggle to provide housing, healthcare, and education for the newcomers.

Furthermore, the record number of encounters only scratches the surface of​ the​ problem. Countless individuals manage to evade‌ detection and enter the country undetected. The House Republicans’ report on the issue ​of “gotaways” is alarming and underscores the urgent need for effective⁤ border​ security measures.

It is crucial for the‍ Biden administration to acknowledge the severity of the situation and take immediate action. This includes implementing policies that deter​ illegal immigration, improving border​ security ⁣infrastructure, and cooperating with border states to⁤ address the crisis. ⁢It is also​ important to prioritize ​the safety and well-being of American citizens and ⁣ensure that they are not ⁣adversely affected by the⁢ influx ​of illegal‌ immigrants.

The record number of encounters at the U.S. southern border is ​alarming ⁤and should serve as a wake-up call. It is not only a humanitarian crisis‌ but also a threat to ⁣national security. The Biden administration must step up and address the issue⁢ head-on before‌ it spirals further out of​ control. ⁤The ⁣American people deserve a secure border and an immigration system ⁣that upholds the rule of law.



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