Record Surge in Illegal Crossings at U.S.-Canada Border

The Swanton Sector reports over 19,000 apprehensions in FY 2024, surpassing the total from the past 17 years combined.

The Swanton Sector, covering parts of Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York, saw a dramatic rise in illegal crossings, with 19,222 apprehensions reported for fiscal year 2024.
This figure represents a more than 50-fold increase since the Biden-Harris administration took office, compared to fiscal year 2021.
Migrants from 97 different countries were apprehended, highlighting the diverse origins of those attempting to cross the northern border.
The Biden administration's border policies have been criticized for contributing to the increase, with some arguing that the lack of asylum restrictions at the northern border is a factor.
Despite efforts to manage the situation, the northern border remains less fortified and monitored compared to the southern U.S. border.