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The COVID-19 pandemic, combined with ongoing immigration enforcement, has created a significant decline in migrant arrivals, fundamentally altering the border’s humanitarian landscape. If current policies remain in place, many shelters may permanently close, leaving vulnerable migrants with fewer resources and options.
The federal government’s ability to sustain or adjust these policies remains uncertain, especially given the political and diplomatic pressures involved. The overall reduction in border crossings suggests a tangible impact of the crackdown, but it also raises concerns about potential humanitarian consequences and the long-term social effects in border communities.