A Dramatic Decline in Illegal Border Crossings Marks the First Step Towards National Security And Domestic Tranquility

A Dramatic Decline in Illegal Border Crossings Marks the First Step Towards National Security And Domestic Tranquility

Published January 28, 2025

In the initial days of Donald Trump's second term as President of the United States, there has been a significant decrease in the number of attempted illegal border crossings from Mexico into the U.S. This surprising development has huge implications for national security and domestic tranquility.

According to recent reports, the number of people attempting to cross the U.S. southern border illegally has plummeted. Border Patrol recorded only 582 illegal crossings on January 26, 2025, with no single border sector reporting more than 200 crossings, a stark contrast to the daily averages of over 1,200 to 1,400 crossings during the final days of the Biden administration. This represents a significant decrease from the record highs seen in December 2023, where the Del Rio sector alone was handling over 4,000 crossings daily. This dramatic reduction can only be attributed to new policies and a shift in border enforcement strategies under the Trump administration, which has emphasized stricter border control and the empowerment of Border Patrol to enforce immigration laws more aggressively.

The sharp drop in illegal crossings is a direct benefit to national security.  Reducing illegal crossings allows for better control over who enters the country, decreasing the risk of security threats, including terrorism and drug trafficking. The administration's focus on border security aims to prevent the entry of individuals who pose national security risks. With fewer illegal crossings, border security resources can be reallocated more efficiently, enhancing surveillance and allowing for more thorough checks at official ports of entry. Less illegal immigration will lead to a reduction in activities associated with human smuggling and related criminal enterprises. The idea is that fewer people attempting to cross illegally means less business for smuggling operations, weakening their influence and operations.

Large influxes of undocumented immigrants strain local resources, particularly in border towns. A decrease in illegal crossings will ease the burden on local law enforcement, schools, and healthcare systems, fostering a more stable community environment. While undocumented immigrants often fill jobs others might not take, a controlled immigration policy will lead to better regulation of the labor market, ensuring that jobs are filled by legal residents, stabilizing wages and working conditions. The topic of immigration often polarizes public opinion. The current decrease in illegal entries will mitigate some of the political and social tension related to immigration, contributing to domestic tranquility by aligning more with public demands for law enforcement at the borders while ignoring the outspoken opinions of the least educated on the issues.

The left argues that stringent enforcement will lead to human rights violations, with rapid deportations and the immediate turning away of asylum seekers contravening international law and U.S. commitments to humanitarian treatment while ignoring the human rights violations happening under their watch as the invasion is not just allowed but promoted by them. The sustainability of these numbers is impossible, especially considering historical patterns where immigration ebbs and flows based on policy changes, economic conditions, and international stability. Some economists and business leaders argue that a sudden drop in migrant labor could disrupt sectors like agriculture, construction, and service industries, where undocumented workers are significantly represented in businesses who represent democrat values and their historical propensity to slavery and slavery-like work conditions.

The plunge in illegal border crossings during the first week of Trump's second term has been hailed by Americans as a success in reinforcing national security and fostering domestic tranquility. As policies continue to develop, the balance between security, economic needs, and humanitarian considerations will be crucial in shaping the future of U.S. immigration policy. Whether this trend continues or reverts remains a pivotal question for both policy makers and the public and whether or not the party of slavery will be allowed to continue their agenda of greed and hate.