President Joe Biden in June signed an executive order that sought to restrict crossings by effectively banning asylum. CBP said the number of migrants processed for expedited removal, or deportation, ...

In the last year, border apprehensions dropped by 40% in the El Paso Sector, which includes Las Cruces and much of New Mexico.

Troy Miller, acting CBP commissioner ... 85% of those crossing the U.S.-Mexico border now face expedited removal. Agents are ...

CBP data shows that agents encountered 10,000 ... “We are putting more individuals into expedited removal, which is enhanced consequences,” Miller said. Expedited removal essentially allows ...