A look at the U.S.-Mexico border as illegal crossings remain at historic lows
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Illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border continue to remain at historic lows, according to recent data.
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Recent data indicates that illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border continue to be at historic lows. This information, reported by CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez, follows a period of heightened focus on border security by the Trump administration. The sustained low levels of illegal crossings suggest a significant shift in migration patterns or effectiveness of current border policies. This trend could influence ongoing debates about immigration enforcement and resource allocation at the border.
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