Border Breach Gets Wild: 300 Immigrants Make Their Move – Watch What Happens Next!

In the final days of President Joe Biden’s administration, the U.S.-Mexico border has seen a significant surge in illegal crossings. Overnight, approximately 300 migrants, guided by cartel smugglers, breached the southern border near Eagle Pass, Texas, after crossing the Rio Grande from Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico. Surveillance footage shared with the Washington Examiner showed a long line of migrants moving under the direction of organized operatives.

This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding border security, which has remained a contentious issue throughout Biden’s term. As the administration transitions to President-elect Donald Trump, the spotlight is once again on immigration policy, with preparations for a stringent crackdown already underway.

Scooplet — Large group of roughly 300 illegal immigrants crossed the Rio Grande from Piedras Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, into Eagle Pass, Texas, overnight. Video from source.

This comes seven weeks ahead of Inauguration.

CBP notes frequent large group crossings this fall, even… pic.twitter.com/yNtkJXyMVF

— Anna Giaritelli (@Anna_Giaritelli) November 29, 2024

Border Challenges Escalate

The Del Rio Sector, which includes Eagle Pass, has become a hotspot for large groups of migrants attempting to enter the U.S. Border Patrol reports indicate that such mass crossings have occurred regularly over the past two months, with smugglers exploiting specific weak points along the Rio Grande.

Despite efforts by Texas Governor Greg Abbott to bolster border defenses, including the installation of razor-wire barriers, migrants have continued to find ways through. Abbott’s office described these crossings as a “direct challenge” to the state’s initiatives, which include deploying additional law enforcement resources and erecting physical barriers since 2021.

“We have taken steps to ensure consistent application of consequences, regardless of how many people enter illegally. Smugglers lie—don’t cross illegally!” the Del Rio Sector’s social media team stated.

Razor-Wire Controversy

Earlier this week, Abbott achieved a significant legal victory when a federal appeals court ruled that Border Patrol agents could not remove the razor wire fencing Texas had installed. The fencing, a key feature of Abbott’s border security measures, was designed to deter illegal crossings. Federal agents had previously cut through the wire to apprehend migrants, sparking a legal dispute between Texas and federal authorities.

Del Rio Sector has seen a rise in large groups of undocumented migrants illegally entering the U.S. We have taken steps to ensure consistent application of consequences, regardless of how many people enter illegally. Smugglers lie – don't cross illegally! pic.twitter.com/IzNqIheR7a

— Chief Patrol Agent Robert Danley (@USBPChiefDRT) October 9, 2024

“Let me be clear: there is going to be a mass deportation because we just finished a mass illegal immigration crisis on the border,” said Tom Homan, Trump’s incoming border czar. Homan, a former acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, visited Eagle Pass alongside Abbott earlier this week to strategize on immigration enforcement under the new administration.

Federal-State Tensions Persist

The Biden administration’s approach to border security frequently clashed with Abbott’s hardline policies, creating friction between state and federal governments. For the past four years, Texas and federal authorities have operated with starkly different priorities. Abbott has positioned himself as a staunch defender of state sovereignty, often criticizing the White House for what he views as lenient immigration policies.

Abbott expressed optimism about working with Trump, stating that his administration would benefit from a renewed partnership. “We’re ready to secure this nation at the highest levels,” Abbott emphasized.

Looking Ahead: Mass Deportations

Trump’s team has made clear that immigration enforcement will be a top priority from day one. Homan confirmed that planning for mass deportations was already in progress, signaling a dramatic shift in federal immigration policy. “We’re not waiting until January to secure this nation,” Homan stated, adding that the incoming administration intends to deliver on promises of stricter border control.

The Final Transition

As Inauguration Day approaches, border enforcement will remain under scrutiny. Historical patterns show that transitions between administrations often lead to spikes in border activity, with migrants attempting to cross before new policies are enacted.

In 2017, during Trump’s initial term, migrants crossed in large numbers believing that enforcement would intensify. Similarly, the current surge reflects anticipation of a stricter crackdown under Trump’s incoming administration.

The Eagle Pass breach underscores the challenges facing the U.S.-Mexico border during this critical transition period. With razor-wire fencing standing as a symbol of state resistance and the promise of federal cooperation on the horizon, all eyes are on what the next administration will bring to this enduring issue.