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Simultaneously, drug trafficking along this northern frontier has surged by 596% since 2021, with a 26% increase specifically in fentanyl seizures. The influx of migrants strains local resources, notably in major cities like New York City, where Mayor Eric Adams has warned that the continued arrival of thousands of migrants threatens the city's stability. Adams criticized federal support, calling it insufficient to manage the crisis.
On the political front, bipartisan agreement exists that immigration reform is necessary, but consensus remains elusive. As the 2024 elections approach, border security and immigration are increasingly becoming pivotal issues for policymakers on both sides of the aisle.