Unlawful border crossings hit high for the year with over 200,000 apprehensions in September
Border Patrol apprehended more than 200,000 migrants crossing the US-Mexico border unlawfully in September, according to a Homeland Security official, marking the highest total this year and underscoring the ongoing challenges for the Biden administration amid mass migration in the region.
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Border crossings expected to remain high in near term, senior CBP official says
Migrant crossings at the US-Mexico border are expected to remain high in the near term, according to a senior US Customs and Border Protection official, who noted that additional commitments from Mexico are expected to help eventually drive down numbers.
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More military personnel head to the US-Mexico border as officials describe an increase in migrant crossings
The Defense Department is ramping up resources at the US-Mexico border as officials describe a surge in border crossings in places including Eagle Pass, Texas, where the mayor has declared a state of emergency.
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Migrant crossings along the southern US border are rising, reaching more than 8,000 apprehensions
Migrant crossings along the United States' southern border are rising, reaching more than 8,000 apprehensions on Monday, according to a Department of Homeland Security official, straining federal resources and overwhelming already-crowded facilities.
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Ministers face renewed pressure over boat crossings
Labour says the "small boats nightmare" must end after six people died trying to cross the Channel.
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Channel migrants: More than 600 people cross in one day
The Home Office says 616 people crossed the Channel on Sunday - the highest daily number this year.
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