But the southern border is only half the story. Our northern border, spanning over 5,500 miles, is emerging as an increasing vulnerability. Canada, particularly British Columbia, has become a hub for fentanyl production and trafficking, with the DEA noting a surge in synthetic opioids crossing into the Pacific Northwest. Unlike the south, this border is vast, rugged, and largely under-patrolled, making it a prime target for smugglers and bad actors. Ignoring this shift would be a grave mistake.

With unified resolve, we can build a total border security infrastructure—physical, technological, and human—that ensures operational control for the next 250 years. Congress must prioritize appropriations for the wall, surveillance systems, and agent recruitment, while enforcing laws without apology.

The flatlining of southern border encounters is a victory to celebrate, but it’s not the finish line. Let’s secure both borders, protect our communities, and preserve the United States as a sovereign, thriving nation for generations to come.
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