Ted Cruz Predicts Border Policy Shifts Will Drastically Reduce Illegal Immigration

The Texas senator cites Trump's plans to reinstate the 'Remain in Mexico' policy and leverage tariffs to secure U.S. borders.

Sen. Ted Cruz predicts a significant decrease in illegal immigration starting early 2025, following Trump's inauguration and border policy changes.
Trump plans to reinstate the 'Remain in Mexico' policy, requiring asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their cases are processed.
Cruz highlighted the effectiveness of Trump's previous tariff threats in pressuring Mexico to cooperate on border security during his first term.
Trump has threatened new tariffs on Mexico and Canada to address illegal immigration and drug trafficking, which he says have devastated U.S. communities.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have reportedly pledged to work with Trump to secure borders and combat the drug crisis.