Less than a week into Donald Trump’s second term as President, his administration’s tough stance on border security appears to be yielding dramatic results.
Reports indicate that the number of illegal border crossings has dropped sharply, signaling an immediate shift from the policies of the previous administration.
On Sunday, border agents recorded a mere 582 illegal crossings nationwide—a figure that starkly contrasts with the daily numbers under President Biden, which ranged between 1,200 and 1,400 during his final days in office.
Notably, the Del Rio sector, which saw over 4,000 crossings per day during the peak of the crisis in December 2023, logged just 60 crossings on January 26.
Sources within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirm this downward trend began the moment Trump was sworn in on January 20. In his first three days in office, daily encounters numbered 1,073, 736, and 714, respectively, for a total of 2,523 illegal crossings. For comparison, during President Biden’s last three days, agents tallied 3,908 crossings.
Trump wasted no time in tackling the issue during his inauguration, declaring a national emergency at the southern border. “All illegal entry will immediately be halted,” the President promised in his speech. He also vowed to send troops to secure the border and to begin deporting those in the U.S. illegally.
While the new administration has yet to release specific details about its policies, the immediate effect is undeniable. Analysts point to Trump’s firm rhetoric and rapid mobilization as likely deterrents to would-be border crossers.
Meanwhile, tensions at the border remain high. On Monday, U.S. Border Patrol agents exchanged gunfire with suspected cartel members near Fronton, Texas. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident underscores the volatile situation Trump has vowed to address.
As the administration settles in, the dramatic decrease in illegal crossings signals a significant departure from the previous approach. The early results are a strong indication that the border crisis is being addressed head-on.