"Record Memorial Day Travel Brings Delays and High Costs"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A record number of travelers are expected to hit the roads and skies this holiday weekend, indicating a significant surge in holiday travel.
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"Spring Break Travel Surge: Airports Brace for Record-Breaking Easter Weekend Crowds"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
The TSA screened 2.79 million passengers on Thursday, marking its 10th-busiest day ever, and warned of crowded airports over the Easter weekend, attributing the surge in travel to Spring Break and the end of pandemic restrictions. With record numbers of Americans traveling, there has been a significant increase in cruise and international bookings, prompting the agency to work with airline and airport partners to manage wait times and accommodate the surge in travel volumes.
Migrant Surge Overwhelms U.S. Border as Shelters Reach Capacity
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
U.S. border facilities are facing a record number of migrants in custody, leading to overcrowding and the release of migrants directly onto the streets in some areas. Border agents are working to release migrants as quickly as possible, with local nonprofit groups assisting in transportation to their final destinations. On Wednesday, over 12,000 undocumented migrants were encountered at the border, setting a new record, and approximately 27,000 migrants were in custody. Processing centers are often at double their capacity, and migrants are being dropped off in downtown areas to alleviate crowding. Nonprofit organizations are struggling to keep up with the demand for shelter and transportation.
"Migrant Surge Forces Suspension of Southern Border Rail Operations"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The U.S. southern border experienced a record number of over 12,600 migrant encounters in a single day, with thousands flooding into Eagle Pass, Texas. The surge in recent weeks has overwhelmed authorities, leaving them outmanned and facilities at 260% over capacity. Arizona's Democratic Governor mobilized the National Guard to the border, while the Biden administration seeks additional funding and immigration reform legislation from Congress. Talks for a deal on border security have been ongoing, but a resolution before Christmas seems unlikely.
China's Economic Crisis: Record Defaults and Meltdown
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Financial Times
Chinese borrowers are defaulting on their loans in record numbers as the economic crisis in the country deepens. The default rate has been rising steadily, indicating the increasing financial strain on businesses and individuals. This trend highlights the challenges faced by China's economy and the potential ripple effects on global markets.
Elon Musk's Visit to Southern Border Amid Surging Migrant Numbers
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Elon Musk announced that he will be visiting the southern border in Eagle Pass, Texas, in response to the escalating migrant crisis and record-breaking numbers. Migrant encounters have surged in recent months, with over 230,000 encounters in August alone. Musk has been vocal about the crisis, criticizing the media for not covering it and expressing concern over the lack of preventive action by the Biden administration. The billionaire's visit comes as border authorities struggle to cope with the influx of migrants, particularly in Eagle Pass, where over 4,000 encounters were reported over the weekend.
Surge in Illegal Crossings and Deportations: Migrant Families Face Record Highs and Ankle Monitors
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
The number of migrant families crossing the US-Mexico border reached a record high in August, surpassing the previous one-month record set in May 2019. Migrant families accounted for the largest demographic group crossing the border, surpassing single adults for the first time since President Biden took office. The Biden administration has attributed the increase to seasonal trends and smugglers preying on vulnerable migrants. The government has ramped up deportation flights but also expanded lawful immigration programs. The backlog in immigration courts and the slow processing of humanitarian claims contribute to migrants being released into the US while awaiting a decision. Additionally, the FBI is searching for Uzbek migrants who entered the US with the help of an ISIS-linked smuggler.