Crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border at their lowest
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Illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have dropped to their lowest levels in over 50 years. The decline comes after sweeping detention and deportation policies under the Trump administration, reshaping border cities and communities.
Breakdown
- Migrant numbers at Nogales shelter dropped from 300 to 40 in two years 8s
- Access to asylum at the U.S. border has nearly disappeared 19s
- Many families cannot return home due to safety fears 25s
- Despite desperation, most have not tried to cross illegally 32s