U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released operational statistics for November 2025, showing that border crossings remain at historically low levels under President Donald Trump’s administration. According to CBP Commissioner Rodney Scott, “Border crossings in November were even less than the historic low in October, making for the lowest encounter numbers ever to start a fiscal year. This is the seventh straight month of zero releases at the border, making it truly the most secure border in history.”
The agency reported that illegal crossings have continued to decrease, with nationwide encounters 92% lower than their peak during the Biden administration.
CBP also reported an increase in drug seizures compared to October 2025. In November, agents seized 1,543 pounds of fentanyl—a 59% rise from the previous month. Seizures of cocaine increased by 40%, while methamphetamine seizures more than doubled with a 118% increase.
As part of its trade enforcement responsibilities, CBP continues to implement presidential tariff actions and collect related revenues. The agency states that it is using audits and frontline reviews to enforce trade laws and protect U.S. economic interests.
Commissioner Scott emphasized CBP’s role as “America's frontline: the nation's largest law enforcement organization and the world's first unified border management agency.” He noted that over 67,000 personnel work across various domains to safeguard national security and facilitate lawful travel and trade.
Further details on monthly encounter statistics are available on CBP’s Stats and Summaries webpage, while information on drug seizure data can be found on their Drug Seizure Statistics page. More about tariff implementation is accessible through CBP’s tariff implementation page.
