The U.S. southern border has become a hotbed of controversy as statistics reveal a staggering surge in illegal entries during President Joe Biden’s administration. The figures, recently disclosed for the fiscal year 2023, have triggered heightened concern about national security and border control.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released these alarming numbers, following a pattern of unveiling critical information during less scrutinized times, drawing sharp criticism from those highlighting the administration’s failure to secure the nation.
Under Biden’s leadership, a significant policy shift took place, marking a sharp departure from his predecessor’s stance on immigration. Reversing many of the previous administration’s measures promptly after taking office, Biden unintentionally led to an unprecedented surge in illegal immigration.
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The administration’s strategic approach seems to utilize ‘Total Nationwide Encounters’ (TNWE) rather than focusing solely on statistics from the southern border. This method seeks to obscure the extent of the issue, deflecting attention from the magnitude of illegal entries.
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Throughout FY20, the Trump administration recorded 646,822 total encounters, mostly resolved due to the absence of the ‘catch and release’ policy. However, under Biden’s first year, encounters surged by more than 200% to a historic high of 1,956,519. Subsequent years witnessed a continuous escalation, with FY23 reaching a staggering 3,201,144—a startling 400% increase from the last year under Trump.
Furthermore, the records reveal a concerning uptick in individuals apprehended who were on the FBI’s terror watch list. This number, standing at 169, surpasses the cumulative figures of the previous six years.
The complexity of the issue extends beyond the southern border, with thousands entering the U.S. through major airports. The total impact, combining known illegal entries and ‘gotaways,’ approaches a daunting 9.6 million under Biden’s administration, with potential unaccounted entries increasing this figure.
The repercussions of this surge are profound, endangering national security and aiding criminal elements. The overloaded Border Patrol has diverted critical resources away from essential patrols, leaving extensive stretches unguarded. Criminal cartels now wield significant influence over border activities, creating a gateway for narcotics and potential infiltration by adversarial entities.
The implications of the porous border extend far and wide, exposing the American populace to risks and vulnerabilities. The bipartisan call for a return to stringent border policies echoes louder, emphasizing the urgency for accountability and strategic measures to safeguard national security.
The question looms: why has the administration allowed such a compromised border state? The public demands answers and accountability as the border’s vulnerability continues to pose a threat to the safety and security of the American people.
The escalating figures and the stories of those affected underscore the pressing need to reevaluate and reinstate measures that ensure the nation’s safety and security.
