Thousands of migrants leave southern Mexico for the U.S. weeks ahead of presidential election
CBSOCT 20 2024
This migration surge occurs weeks before the U.S. presidential election, where immigration remains a contentious issue.
The Biden administration recently announced new regulations to extend strict immigration policies, citing them as the primary reason for the decrease in illegal border crossings this year.
Many migrants who entered the U.S. through a sponsorship program designed to reduce illegal border crossings are set to lose their legal status by the end of October.
The surge in migration poses significant challenges to border security and strains resources. Strict immigration policies have been effective in reducing illegal border crossings. Extending these measures is necessary to maintain order and ensure a fair and controlled immigration process. The sponsorship program has already allowed a substantial number of migrants to enter legally.