DHS Announces Lowest Fiscal Year Border Crossings in American History for FY 2026

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced preliminary Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 data, reporting a 95% drop in southwest border apprehensions compared to the previous administration, marking the lowest annual encounters in American history and the first fiscal year with zero Border Patrol releases. This achievement is attributed to President Donald J. Trump's policies and DHS leadership, which also strengthened border infrastructure and disrupted cartels.