"Record-Breaking Migrant Encounters Signal Potential for Unexpected Terror Attacks, Authorities Warn"

Former U.S. Marshal Robert Almonte and Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels have expressed serious concerns about the national security risks posed by the record-breaking number of migrant encounters at the U.S.-Mexico border, with Almonte suggesting that terrorists might exploit the situation to launch an attack when least expected. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection reported over 302,000 encounters in December and 785,000 since October, including individuals on the FBI's terror watch list. Amidst these security concerns, the Biden administration is seeking $14 billion in border funding, while U.S. officials have met with Mexican President López Obrador to discuss migration issues.