Border agents didn't release a single illegal migrant into the US last month : border patrol
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CBP: Border Patrol Releases Zero Migrants in May
Above: A U.S. Customs and Border Protection vehicle at the U.S.-Mexico border in San Diego, California, on April 24, 2025. Image copyright: PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP/Getty Images
The Spin
Republican narrative
Trump's border policies have delivered the most secure border in American history. The numbers don't lie — zero releases in May compared to Biden's 62,000 shows real leadership works. These policies are protecting American communities while Biden's catch-and-release disaster flooded the country with criminals and drugs. Now, Americans need the Big Beautiful Bill to finish the largest deportation effort in U.S. history.
Democratic narrative
The Trump administration’s border policies have sparked a moral reckoning across the country. With family separations and deadly enforcement tactics like Texas’ Operation Lone Star, communities are demanding change. Faith leaders and activists alike are uniting, calling for a humane approach to immigration — one that recognizes shared history and humanity. We must reject the dangerous, immoral practices of mass deportation and invest in legal pathways and reform.
Narrative C
With the Trump administration’s tough border measures, the economic impact is becoming clear. CBP reports a historic drop in migrant apprehensions, with a 96% decrease compared to last year. This has led to higher wages for blue-collar workers, with a 1.7% increase in just five months. By halting migrant releases and limiting illegal crossings, Trump’s policies have created a tighter labor market, benefiting working Americans and boosting wages for the first time in decades.
Narrative D
The Trump administration’s shifting stance on immigration enforcement is creating confusion. While some industries, dependent on immigrant labor, were temporarily spared from ICE raids, Trump quickly backtracked, pushing for stricter enforcement. His mixed messages leave businesses uncertain and immigrant communities fearful. While stricter measures may seem effective now, the deeper issues — poverty, violence, and lack of legal options — remain unresolved, suggesting this may only be a short-term fix.
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Editor's Note
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