Chinese Migrants Become Fastest-Growing Group at U.S. Southern Border

Utilizing a gap in the border fence and guidance from TikTok, Chinese migrants are crossing into the U.S. in unprecedented numbers.

Chinese migrants are now the fastest growing group attempting to cross into the U.S. from Mexico, with a significant increase in numbers recorded by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Many of these migrants, including middle-class individuals, are utilizing a 4-foot gap in the border fence near San Diego, facilitated by smugglers and detailed directions found on TikTok.
The journey for many involves traveling through multiple countries and paying substantial fees to smugglers, with some migrants selling assets to cover costs.
A variety of reasons drive these migrants, including escaping China's repressive political climate, economic challenges, and the pursuit of freedom.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces challenges in managing this influx, with limitations on their authority to prevent illegal crossings and a need for congressional funding to close border gaps.