The crisis at our northern border has reached unprecedented levels, with illegal crossings from Canada set to shatter previous records. Since October 2023, when the 2024 fiscal year commenced, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agents have documented a staggering 9,460 illegal crossings, a figure that is alarmingly close to the 10,021 crossings recorded in the entirety of last year. The summer months are likely to push these numbers even higher.
The Swanton Border Patrol Sector, which includes areas in New Hampshire, Vermont, and New York, has become a hotspot for illegal activity. Residents, increasingly disillusioned with the government’s failure to secure the border, have started arming themselves for personal protection against the influx of illegal immigrants.
This northern surge is symptomatic of a wider issue plaguing the nation under the Biden administration. The last few years have seen record-breaking illegal immigration statistics, with over 9.5 million encounters nationwide and an estimated 1.7 million ‘gotaways’—individuals who managed to slip past border enforcement. This immense pressure on the southern border has led to the reallocation of northern Border Patrol agents, further weakening our defenses up north.
Furthermore, the foreign-born population in the U.S. has surged to 51.6 million under Biden, an increase of 6.6 million that is largely attributable to illegal immigration. This dramatic demographic shift poses significant questions about national security, economic stability, and cultural cohesion.
As we approach the 2024 presidential election, immigration has ascended to the top tier of issues for the American electorate. Multiple polls indicate that illegal immigration is a primary concern for voters across the nation, casting a shadow over Biden’s sinking approval ratings on this critical issue. Americans are increasingly expressing greater trust in former President Donald Trump to manage the border crisis effectively. Trump’s robust approach to deportation and immigration control resonates strongly with a populace weary of the current administration’s leniency.
In conclusion, the surging illegal crossings at our northern border are a clear indication that our country’s immigration policies are failing. It is imperative for leadership that truly values American sovereignty and security to stand up and address these escalating challenges.
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