Border Apprehensions Plummet Under Trump's Return
Apprehensions at the U.S. southern border have plummeted to numbers not seen since President Donald Trump's previous tenure. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reports 29,116 illegal immigrants apprehended along the southern border during January, a significant drop from December's 47,000. These figures echo back to May 2020 when border numbers dipped to 32,349.
Overall January apprehensions tallied at 61,465, decreasing by 36% compared to the previous month. According to data shared with ABC News, the numbers took a deeper dive after Trump assumed office, with an 85% decrease in apprehensions just between January 21 and 31 compared to the same period in 2024.
Key Statistics:
- "Gotaways" now average only 132 per day
- 93% drop from earlier highs during the Biden administration
- 35% reduction in Border Patrol encounters within the first three days of Trump's return
The Trump administration achieved a swift reduction in encounters compared to Biden's last three days. "During the previous administration, the average number of illegal aliens encountered at the southern border in January was 141,710," reads the White House release. This was attributed to policies leading to aliens settling indefinitely within communities.
In contrast, current record lows under Trump show illegal border crossings are met with immediate arrests and repatriation. These changes showcase Trump's strategy at the helm. Whether by policy or presence, the numbers speak volumes regarding border management adjustments and their effectiveness.
Trump's Strategic Policies Fortify Border Security
The triumph in border security is the result of strategic policies and assertive decisions from the Trump administration. The "shock and awe" strategy has played a significant role in fortifying the boundary that protects America's heartland.
Bold executive orders and well-crafted policies have fine-tuned border safety. The swift 85% reduction in apprehensions from January 21 to 31 is a standout achievement. Once Trump stepped into office, the numbers didn't just decrease—they nosedived!
Key Administration Actions:
- Tactical deployment of active-duty military
- Redesigning the enforcement landscape
- Empowering Border Patrol agents with necessary tools
- Reinvigorating immigration policies
The administration's actions include involving everyone from Custom and Border Protection to agents on the ground. These strategies represent an enduring legacy of Trump's determination, setting a new standard in America's border security approach.
Trump's Border Management: A Victory March
Under President Trump, the border has returned to calm. It's quite a contrast to the fluctuating numbers during the Biden era. During Biden's administration, the average number of illegal aliens encountered at the southern border in January was 141,710. Critics often pointed to the previous administration's policies as risky ventures that needed immediate restructuring.
Now, with Trump back in the presidential seat, that daily average of known "gotaways" has dropped to 132 per day. Thanks to Trump's leadership and no-nonsense policies, apprehensions have hit record lows. The strategy? Swift arrests coupled with swift deportations—a no-leniency approach that's proving successful.
"These are real-time results of Trump's playbook on border security."
Fox News highlighted the 85% downturn in apprehensions just days after Trump took office. It's a striking portrait of efficacy. While the Biden era was characterized by fluctuating numbers and increased entries, Trump has ushered in a regime of order and control that fortifies America's defenses.
President Trump is commanding the ship with a golden standard of governance, protecting America one border at a time. For border management under Trump, there are only triumphs!
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Border Security Report, January 2023.
- ABC News. Analysis of Border Apprehension Data, February 2023.
- Fox News. Report on Border Security Measures, February 2023.
- White House. Press Release on Border Security, February 2023.