Unauthorized Border crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border have increased, particularly in Eagle Pass, Texas, where the mayor has declared a state of emergency. In a 24-hour period, Border Patrol officers apprehended around 9,000 migrants along the entire border. Overcrowded facilities and strained local resources have been observed in Eagle Pass due to the rising migrant arrivals. Crossings at Eagle Pass were temporarily suspended to manage the influx, with traffic being diverted to another bridge. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to increase enforcement and deploy additional military personnel to support border officers. In July, about 183,000 migrants were apprehended at the border.

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