No Borders NewsDHS and CBP announced that they have reached “15 consecutive months of zero releases at the border,” continuing what they describe as an unprecedented trend of historically low border crossings. The announcement is dated August 13, 2026.
In the same update, DHS and CBP attribute the change to what they call stronger border enforcement. DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said the administration is focused on enforcing immigration laws, securing the border, and removing people “swiftly” after entry.
CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott said the agencies are using “clear policy” and “strong enforcement” to reduce illegal crossings and stop dangerous people and drugs from entering the U.S. The release also points readers to CBP’s monthly “Stats and Summaries” for additional figures.
The agencies’ reported numbers include Border Patrol apprehensions along the southwest border of 9,295 in July, which they say was 6% lower than June. They also say nationwide apprehensions in July were 11,298, 1% lower than the prior month, and they claim southwest border apprehensions were 94% lower than the Biden administration’s monthly average.
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