"Decline in US Illegal Border Crossings Linked to Mexico's Enforcement Boost"

The U.S. has observed a significant decrease in illegal border crossings following increased immigration enforcement by Mexico, including stopping migrants on trains, flying and busing them to the southern part of Mexico, and deporting some to Venezuela. This enforcement surge coincides with U.S. discussions on asylum restrictions and foreign aid. Arrests for illegal crossings dropped sharply, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection reopened ports of entry that had been closed due to migrant processing demands. The White House and Senate negotiators are considering new policies that could deny asylum rights if illegal crossings exceed a certain threshold, dependent on Mexico's cooperation. However, experts warn that the long-term effects of Mexico's enforcement on migration trends are uncertain.