The Trump administration says it has recorded 15 consecutive months without releasing anyone encountered at the US border, presenting this as evidence that its tougher border-security approach is working. The claim matters because it highlights a sharp policy contrast with the Biden administration and is being used to support the administration’s wider immigration agenda.

According to Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin’s office, daily border apprehensions are down 94% compared with the Biden administration and have reached their lowest level in 30 years. The article attributes the figures to the Department of Homeland Security and includes President Trump’s claim that securing the southern border has also contributed to lower fentanyl deaths.