The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that for the third consecutive month, no illegal immigrants were released into the United States under the Trump administration, marking a historic milestone in border security. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) highlighted that illegal border crossings in July reached the lowest level ever recorded, with a total of 24,628 encounters nationwide, significantly lower than figures during the previous Biden administration. Officials credited the success to restored deterrence, empowered Border Patrol agents, and a fortified border. President Donald Trump and his administration have emphasized these results as evidence of the most secure border in American history, with increased funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) contributing to the enforcement efforts.