INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
encounters have risen from 2.7 million in 2022 and 1.9 million in 2021, highlighting an escalating trend in irregular migration.The US
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) noted that most individuals met at the southwest border were either deported or expelled, reflecting
stringent border enforcement policies.As the US enters an election year, migration issues have taken center stage.The increase in border
encounters includes various legal actions like deportations under Title 8 and expulsions under Title 42, indicating a broad spectrum of
enforcement activities.December 2023 alone saw a significant spike in encounters, evidencing the growing pressure at the US borders.Record
Border Migrant Encounters
a critical hotspot for migrant crossings, with over 500,000 people traversing this perilous route in 2023.International organizations have
called for more robust responses to the unfolding humanitarian crisis, emphasizing the need for collective action.Restrictive policies and
political debates in the US, with President Biden facing criticism over handling the situation.A recent bipartisan Senate agreement proposes
stricter measures against illegal crossings, aiming to streamline legal entry processes.However, this initiative faces opposition from House
repatriated Venezuelan migrants, offering aid to encourage their return home.This initiative, set to possibly include Colombians and
encounters and political debates emphasizes the complex challenges of American migration management.
