"The Border Crisis Hits Home: A Closer Look at the Impact on Local Communities"

Despite an overall drop in encounters at the US-Mexico border, some residents in the San Diego area are experiencing a growing number of migrants arriving on their properties since Title 42 expired in May. Landowners report migrants crossing through their properties, seeking asylum or to be processed by CBP, and even camping out. The small razor wire fence and natural landscape are the only barriers between the US and Mexico in this area. Local law enforcement and CBP have been criticized for not taking action, with migrants essentially using CBP as a means of transportation to continue their journey into the country. The surge in migrants, which includes a diverse mix of nationalities, has put a strain on local resources and raised questions about the effectiveness of current policies.