JD Vance emphasizes border security during Texas visit

Vice President JD Vance visited the southern border in Texas, highlighting the administration's efforts to reduce illegal crossings. He reported a drop in daily migrant encounters from 1,500 to 30, and a significant decrease in migrant deaths. Vance's trip included meetings with key officials and a tour of border facilities. He emphasized the need to empower border patrol agents and acknowledged ongoing challenges in rebuilding immigration enforcement after previous policy changes. The visit marked a shift from the previous administration's approach, with Vance stating that new laws are not needed, but rather a new leadership focus on border security. He hinted at upcoming announcements to further strengthen border enforcement.