Hold onto your hats, folks— the U.S. border just hit a milestone that’s got everyone talking.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proudly reported a record-breaking drop in unauthorized border crossings for October, marking the start of fiscal 2026 with the lowest numbers ever seen for that month, the Washington Examiner reported.
This isn’t just a small dip; it’s a historic plunge.
DHS data reveals a staggering 30,561 total encounters nationwide in October 2025, a figure hailed as the smallest start to any fiscal year in Customs and Border Protection (CBP) history.
That’s a jaw-dropping 79% decrease from the same month last year under the previous administration, and a solid 29% lower than the prior record low set over a decade ago.
Progressives might squirm at these stats, but let’s be real—fewer unauthorized crossings mean a tighter grip on national security, something most Americans can get behind.
Adding to the achievement, DHS noted six straight months of zero releases of unauthorized migrants into the country.
This policy shift is a stark contrast to the more lenient approaches of the prior administration, signaling a no-nonsense stance that prioritizes enforcement over open-door ideals.
While some critics may cry foul, arguing for compassion over control, the data suggests this strategy is working—numbers don’t lie, even if they don’t fit a feel-good narrative.
Since the first full day of the current administration, DHS has logged 106,134 enforcement encounters along the Southwest Border through the end of October.
That’s well below the monthly average of 155,485 encounters seen under the previous leadership, with daily apprehensions down by a whopping 95%.
“History made: the lowest border crossings in October history and the sixth straight month of ZERO releases,” declared DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. “This is the most secure border ever.”
Noem’s enthusiasm is matched by CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott, who stated, “Our mission is simple: secure the border and safeguard this nation. And that’s exactly what we are doing.”
Scott added, “No excuses. No politics. Just results delivered by the most dedicated law enforcement professionals in the country. We’re not easing up — we’re pushing even harder.”
While Scott’s words brim with resolve, one has to wonder if this hardline approach will hold under inevitable political pressure—still, credit where it’s due, the results speak volumes.
