Remember President Trump on the campaign trail, vowing to put an end to the border crisis that had spiraled into a national embarrassment? He inherited a situation so out of control, it felt like the welcome mat had been permanently laid out for anyone and everyone to just waltz right in. The previous administration seemed content to watch the chaos unfold, wringing their hands while our sovereignty was eroded.

Then, just a few weeks after President Trump took the oath of office in January 2025, things began to shift. What Democrats and the open-border apologists refused to address, or perhaps couldn’t, for years, President Trump tackled in mere days. The message was clear: America’s borders are not a suggestion. But how do things look now, just a few short months into his new term? If you’ve been holding your breath, you can finally exhale.

The answer, my friends, is nothing short of spectacular. President Trump isn’t just addressing his biggest campaign promise; he’s delivering a masterclass in how to secure a nation. According to an exclusive report from Breitbart Texas, the southern border is experiencing a “record-shattering decline” in migrant apprehensions. It’s the kind of news that makes you want to stand up and cheer. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks summed it up perfectly:

From ‘Breitbart,’ quoting Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks:

“From chaos to control. In just 100 days, President Trump and Secretary Noem delivered on the promise to provide the most secure border in history.”

In April 2025, agents apprehended around 6,300 migrants – a staggering drop of over 95 percent compared to the 129,000 encountered just one year prior under the previous administration (April 2024 data cited in Breitbart as 184,000 for April 2023 and 129,000 “one year ago” from May 2025, implying April 2024). The first week of May? A mere 270 per day along the entire southwest border. That’s not a trickle; it’s a testament to decisive action.

Thank you US Border Patrol. This is why I voted for President Trump. pic.twitter.com/fvNbwBOkQ9

— Paul A. Szypula 🇺🇸 (@Bubblebathgirl) May 9, 2025

The “Trump Effect”: Numbers Don’t Lie, Liberals Cry

They call it the “Trump Effect,” and it’s as real as the frustration of those who wanted our borders to remain a free-for-all. Consider this: in December 2024, President Biden’s last full month in office, agents encountered a chaotic 47,324 migrants. Fast forward to February 2025, President Trump’s first full month back at the helm, and that number plummeted to 8,346. Chief Banks even heralded February as the “lowest month in recorded history” for illegal alien apprehensions at the U.S.-Mexico border.

And it’s not just Breitbart seeing the change. The Daily Mail reported similar astounding figures, noting that in March 2025, Border Patrol apprehended a record low average of 264 migrants per day – a 95 percent decrease from March 2024, when an average of 4,488 were arrested daily. When the numbers are this consistent and this dramatic, even the most ardent critics must be choking on their talking points.

Draining the Swamp, One Misguided Project at a Time

But President Trump’s approach isn’t just about enforcement at the line; it’s also about undoing the nonsensical, agenda-driven boondoggles of the past. Take the recent news from Otay Mesa, California, reported by the Daily Mail. An unused, $10 million highway, built two years ago to connect to a planned port of entry (where the Mexican side was built but the American side lagged woefully behind schedule under the Biden administration), is now being demolished. Yes, you read that right – torn up, to the tune of an additional $4 million.

Why? Because under President Trump, common sense is back in vogue. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy didn’t mince words, stating, “Thanks to the prior administration’s lack of focus, this critical project sat in limbo for two years. No more.” He added, “We moved to finalize this deal so we can help protect our Southern border and crack down on drug trafficking while preventing tax dollars subsidizing pointless Green New Deal priorities.” That’s right – part of the new agreement even scrapped a “zero-emission vehicle charging provision.” Sanity, it seems, is making a comeback.

Seeing is Believing: An Empty Border is a Secure Border

Sometimes, a picture—or in this case, an empty lot—is worth a thousand words. The U.S. Border Patrol Del Rio Sector’s Chief, posting as @USBPChiefDRT on X, shared a video of a formerly bustling processing facility, now deserted. He noted it once required 750 employees to process thousands weekly, but “Now, this empty lot serves as a reminder that the border is more secure than ever.” You almost hear the crickets chirping, and in this context, it’s the sweetest sound.

It’s clear that strong leadership, coupled with sound conservative policies that prioritize national security and fiscal responsibility, actually works. President Trump is delivering on his promises, and the results are a safer, more secure America. For citizens who have long pleaded for border integrity, this is more than just good news; it’s a profound relief.

Key Takeaways:

• Trump’s decisive border actions fulfilled promises, causing a massive drop in illegal crossings.
• His administration scraps wasteful projects, prioritizing real security and fiscal sense.
• This border turnaround proves strong conservative leadership effectively secures the nation.

Sources: Breitbart, Mail Online