For years, the Biden Administration’s failed open-border policies have fueled a full-blown crisis at our southern border, one that’s impacting communities far beyond border towns. Drug cartels, human traffickers, and record-high illegal crossings have overwhelmed law enforcement, strained local resources, and put American lives at risk. The collapse in border enforcement has allowed deadly substances like fentanyl to flood into our neighborhoods, fueling a public health and safety emergency across the country.

Since President Trump took office in January, we’ve seen a monumental shift in border enforcement policy, and the numbers reflect that change. In the first six months of 2025, Customs and Border Protection recorded a 93% drop in illegal crossings compared to the same period in 2024. Even more striking, in June alone, Border Patrol did not release a single individual who crossed the border illegally into the United States.

Equally important, these actions send a clear message of deterrence. When our laws are enforced and consequences are certain, fewer individuals attempt to cross illegally. But executive action alone is not enough. Sustaining this progress requires strong legislative support.

That's why I strongly supported the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which was recently signed into law. This measure provides the most comprehensive border security funding package in years and gives law enforcement the tools they need to enforce our immigration laws.

Key provisions of the bill include:

• $46.5 billion to resume and complete construction of the border wall;

• Funding to hire thousands of new Border Patrol and ICE agents;

• Increased detention capacity and faster case processing;

• Investments in modern surveillance and detection technology;

• Policy changes to prevent illegal immigrants from accessing taxpayer-funded benefits; and

• Support from the Department of Defense to assist with border operations.