The ongoing surge of migrants crossing the southern border has raised significant national security concerns, particularly due to the increasing number of individuals arriving from special interest countries. Recent data from border authorities sheds light on the scale of the issue. In the fiscal year 2023, over 335,000 Venezuelan nationals were encountered at the border, with only 834 being removed. Similarly, more than 24,000 Chinese nationals were encountered, but just 288 were deported.
While the focus has traditionally been on migrants entering Texas, there is now a notable rise in illegal immigration in Southern California. The San Diego sector alone has seen over 21,000 Chinese nationals apprehended this fiscal year, potentially surpassing the previous record of 24,000 encountered in fiscal year 2024. Given the strained relationship with China, many of these individuals are likely to remain in the U.S.
Reports indicate a concerning trend of predominantly young Chinese men forming migrant encampments, with over 100,000 Chinese nationals in the U.S. having final orders of removal but remaining in the country. The situation underscores the growing challenges posed by illegal immigration and the complexities of addressing the issue effectively.
