The Trump Administration is hailing a major achievement in terms of border enforcement, as federal officials announced that there have been 11 consecutive months without any illegal alien releases at the southern border. The milestone, confirmed on Friday by the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Protection, represents what officials call a dramatic change in enforcement results.<\/p>\n
\u201cEleven straight months of ZERO releases at the border. Under President Donald Trump\u2019s leadership, we are delivering the most secure border in American history,\u201d\u00a0said DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin<\/a>. \u201cThe world knows America\u2019s borders are closed to lawbreakers.\u201d<\/p>\n CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott also hailed the milestone, echoing Mullin and crediting President Trump\u2019s commitment to border security. \u201cAmerica First policies, real consequences, and a unified federal effort\u2014backed by personnel, infrastructure, and technology\u2014are how we\u2019ve delivered the most secure border in U.S. history,\u201d Scott said. \u201cThis isn\u2019t temporary\u2014it\u2019s the new normal.\u201d<\/p>\n Administration officials say recent data showing declines in illegal border crossings and apprehensions reflect the impact of updated enforcement policies.<\/p>\n According to figures from DHS and CBP, daily apprehensions have fallen significantly compared to previous periods, and monthly totals along the southwest border have remained below 9,000 for more than a year.<\/p>\n Officials attribute the trend to a combination of stricter enforcement measures, expanded resources, and policy changes intended to deter unlawful entry.<\/p>\n With crossings at historically low levels, the administration has said its focus is now on maintaining those conditions and preventing a return to higher levels seen in prior years.<\/p>\n