Migrant Surge Overwhelms Lukeville, Arizona and Border Patrol Resources
Lukeville, Arizona is facing an overwhelming influx of migrants, contributing to the ongoing border crisis.
Tag
Lukeville
All articles tagged with #lukeville
Arizona Governor Deploys National Guard to Secure Border Amidst Surge of Migrants
The Lukeville border crossing in Arizona has been closed since December 4 due to the overwhelming number of migrants attempting to cross the U.S. border. U.S. Customs and Border Protection closed the port of entry to redeploy officers to assist with apprehending and processing the more than 500 migrants daily in the area. The closure has negatively impacted nearby businesses, leading to potential staff cuts or closures. Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has called on the federal government to address the crisis and suggested reassigning National Guard members to help reopen the crossing. The processing centers in the Tucson sector are over capacity, and Mexico's shortage of funds has contributed to the surge in border crossings. The Lukeville crossing remains closed with no reopening date announced.
"Lukeville Port Closure Sparks Concerns of Border Towns and Migrant Influx"
The closure of the Lukeville port of entry on the Arizona/Mexico border due to the surge of migrants entering the United States is expected to have a domino effect on other border towns, according to Manuel Ruiz, chairman of the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors. The closure will put stress on other ports of entry, slow down operations, and hurt businesses on both sides of the border. Ruiz called for more resources and a permanent solution to the ongoing crisis.
Closure of Arizona's Lukeville Border Crossing Amidst Surge in Migrant Arrivals
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the temporary closure of the Lukeville port of entry in Arizona due to overwhelming migrant arrivals. The area has become a major migration route, with smugglers dropping off people from various countries. Most migrants are walking into the U.S. west of Lukeville and surrendering to Border Patrol agents in hopes of seeking asylum. The closure will allow operations officials to assist in processing the new arrivals. Arizona's senators and governor criticized the closure, calling for better solutions from the Biden administration. The duration of the closure is unclear.