By Anna Giaritelli – Washington Examiner
The number of illegal immigrants arrested at the nation’s borders has seen a staggering decrease over the past year as White House administrations transitioned from former President Joe Biden to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks announced Friday morning that the number of apprehensions at the northern, southern, and coastal borders was down more than 90% this February compared to the exact period last year.
“What a difference a year makes! USBP apprehensions decreased by 91% from the same 7-day period last year,” Banks wrote in a post to X.
“This sharp decline reflects real progress in securing our borders and enforcing the law,” Banks wrote. “By stopping the flow at the border, we also streamline the removal of illegal entrants already in the country, reinforcing the integrity of our immigration system.”
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