Noem Visits Borders, Cites Declines in Encounters Nationwide
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Nogales, Arizona — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visited the U.S.-Mexico border this week, praising Department of Homeland Security and border agents for reduced encounters and outlining prior investments. Noem cited a 95 percent drop in daily encounters and an average apprehension decline from 5,100 to under 250 per day, and claimed a 30 percent reduction in fentanyl deaths. Her visit followed scrutiny over a $70 million warehouse purchase and protests after recent immigration raids. She also briefly toured northern border facilities in Grand Forks to discuss UAS support and border technology. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. October: DHS announced $4.5 billion for 'smart wall' construction.
- 2. January–early February: Local immigration raids at Zipps Sports Grill led to protests and scrutiny.
- 3. Early February: Reporting identified a $70 million DHS warehouse purchase in Surprise, Arizona.
- 4. Feb. 4–5, 2025: Secretary Noem held a press event in Nogales and cited enforcement statistics.
- 5. Feb. 5, 2025: Noem visited Grand Forks for a roundtable on UAS technology and northern border security.
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