In a resounding triumph for border security and the rule of law, the Trump administration has achieved what many once thought impossible.

President Trump’s administration has revealed that for 13 consecutive months, zero illegal aliens have been released into the United States.

This milestone, confirmed by official data from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), underscores Trump’s unwavering commitment to ending the open-border chaos of the previous administration and restoring sovereignty to the American homeland.

On June 19, 2026, DHS and CBP announced the extraordinary record: For the 13th straight month, U.S. Border Patrol released zero illegal aliens into the interior of the country.

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Every individual apprehended at the southwest border has been processed according to the full extent of the law—meaning detention, removal, or swift deportation rather than the catch-and-release nightmare that defined the Biden years.

President Trump hailed the achievement as a direct result of his tough, America First policies.

“For the past 13 months, zero illegal aliens have been admitted into the United States. Zero,” the President stated.

“We are removing murderers, gang members, drug dealers, and dangerous criminals by the thousands. We have the strongest, most secure border in the history of our country,” Trump added.

Trump’s remarks echoed across the nation, reminding Americans of the stark contrast with the record illegal crossings and releases under the prior regime.

DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin celebrated the data in no uncertain terms: “Thirteen straight months of ZERO releases at the border. Under President Donald Trump’s leadership, we are delivering the most secure border in American history.”

Mullin emphasized that robust enforcement, including expanded detention capacity, expedited removals, and international agreements to curb migration at the source, has transformed the border from a sieve into a fortress.

CBP Commissioner Rodney S. Scott echoed the sentiment, drawing a sharp comparison to the Biden era.

“What a difference, America! The U.S. Border Patrol released zero illegal aliens into our country again this month, unlike April 2024 when more than 68,000 were released under President Biden. Every minute of every day President Trump’s border security policies are making every American safer,” Scott said.

Scott noted record drug seizures and apprehension numbers that have plummeted to levels not seen in decades—daily averages down over 90% from Biden-era peaks.

This milestone didn’t happen by accident.

Upon taking office, President Trump immediately reinstated and expanded proven border measures: completing sections of the wall, reinstating the “Remain in Mexico” policy, ending catch-and-release parole abuses, and pressuring foreign governments to stem the flow of migrants and fentanyl precursors.

The Secure America Act provided critical funding for more agents, technology, and detention beds.

The results speak for themselves—historically low encounters, fentanyl deaths dropping in communities across the heartland, and criminal aliens being removed at record paces rather than being cut loose to prey on American citizens.

Under the Biden-Harris administration, chaos reigned supreme.

Millions of illegal aliens were released into the country, overwhelming cities, straining welfare systems, and endangering public safety.

The Trump administration’s enforcement-first posture has restored integrity to our immigration system. Apprehensions are at multi-decade lows, with October through recent months marking some of the quietest periods on record.

ICE operations targeting the “worst of the worst”—sexual predators, drunk drivers, and gang members—continue unabated, with thousands removed thanks to restored cooperation from local law enforcement.

Conservative leaders and border-state Republicans have praised the progress.

House Judiciary Committee Republicans highlighted the data: “13 Months. 0 Releases. Border Secured. Thank you, President Trump.” Rep. Laurel Lee and others noted how strong policies deliver real results, protecting American workers’ wages, reducing burdens on schools and hospitals, and keeping communities safe.

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