Trump’s Border Triumph: How Many Lives Saved by Shutting the Gates?

Sarah Johnson
June 21, 2025
Brief
Trump’s border policies slash illegal crossings to zero, cut fentanyl by 50%, and save American lives.
President Trump’s border policies have transformed the southern frontier into a fortress, slashing illegal crossings to historic lows and sparking a quiet revolution in public safety. In May 2024, 62,000 migrants were released into the U.S.; last month, that number plummeted to zero. Daily encounters, once exceeding 10,000 under Biden, hit a record low of 95 last Sunday—barely enough to fill a couple of diner booths.
This isn’t just a policy win; it’s a lifeline. Fewer migrants mean less fentanyl sneaking through, with seizures down 50% since November. That translates to fewer overdoses, fewer grieving families. The ripple effect is undeniable: somewhere, Americans are alive today—enjoying barbecues or ballgames—who wouldn’t be here without Trump’s crackdown.
Deportations, already topping 100,000 since January, are turning off the magnet for illegal migration. By ending catch-and-release, Trump has empowered border agents to secure the line, not shuffle paperwork. Critics once screamed this was impossible without Congress. Turns out, resolve was enough.
Yet, the unsung victory lies in what doesn’t happen: the crimes prevented, the lives spared. Unlike Biden’s open-door era, which could’ve ushered in a million more migrants by now, Trump’s border is a shield. It’s not just about numbers—it’s about safety, sovereignty, and second chances for communities battered by unchecked immigration.
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Editor's Comments
Trump’s border slam-dunk makes you wonder: did he build a wall or a time machine to pre-Biden sanity? Meanwhile, fentanyl’s taking a timeout, and diners are safer than ever. Why’d we ever think 95 migrants a day was ‘crisis’ level? That’s just a slow night at Waffle House!
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