U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released its operational statistics for February 2025, highlighting significant decreases in border apprehensions and encounters with inadmissible aliens. Acting Commissioner Pete Flores attributed these changes to the implementation of the President's Executive Orders aimed at securing U.S. borders.
"The men and women of U.S. Customs and Border Protection continue to aggressively implement the President’s Executive Orders to secure our borders, and as a result of this leadership, we have achieved historic lows in border apprehensions," said Flores. He emphasized CBP's mission "to prioritize American safety, secure the border, and enforce consequences for those who violate United States law."
In February 2025, U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) recorded an average of approximately 330 nationwide apprehensions per day, marking a record low since new executive orders were issued. The USBP reported 8,347 illegal alien apprehensions along the southwest border—a 71% decrease from January 2025 and a 94% decrease from February 2024.
The Office of Field Operations (OFO) encountered 3,362 inadmissible aliens at ports of entry on the southwest border in February 2025, representing a significant reduction compared to previous months.
President Trump and Secretary Noem have emphasized strict enforcement measures: "if you cross the border illegally, you will be deported without an opportunity to try another day." This approach has contributed to reduced encounters with illegal aliens.
CBP has also enhanced its efforts against drug trafficking with strategic operations conducted alongside federal, state, local, tribal partners focusing on illicit substances such as fentanyl and methamphetamine. These operations resulted in seizures totaling over 13,348 pounds of illegal drugs between mid-January and February's end.
Furthermore, CBP processed more than $303 billion worth of trade entries in February while seizing counterfeit goods valued at over $525 million due to suspected forced labor violations.
The agency continues its role as America's frontline defense by ensuring safe travel and trade while addressing national security threats through intelligence-led initiatives.
