Terrorists with ties to extremist groups are slipping through the cracks at America’s northern border, exploiting vulnerabilities in our security measures and raising alarming questions about national safety.
At a Glance
- The U.S.-Canada border, spanning over 5,000 miles, poses unique security challenges due to its length and remoteness.
- In fiscal year 2024, 422 individuals on the federal Terrorist Screening Data Set were encountered at U.S. borders, with 283 at the northern border.
- Migrant encounters at the U.S.-Canada border have increased, with over 181,000 encounters in FY 2024.
- 44 known or suspected terrorists have been arrested at the northern border this fiscal year, compared to 8 at the southern border.
- The Department of Homeland Security warns of a continued high threat environment due to migrants with terrorism ties exploiting border security.
The Northern Border: America’s Overlooked Security Concern
While the nation’s attention has been fixated on the chaos unfolding at our southern border, a silent threat has been brewing up north. The U.S.-Canada border, stretching over 5,000 miles, has become a playground for individuals with ties to terrorism. This isn’t some right-wing conspiracy theory; it’s straight from the horse’s mouth. The Department of Homeland Security itself is sounding the alarm, warning that migrants with terrorism ties will continue to exploit our border crisis.
Let’s break down the numbers, shall we? In fiscal year 2024 alone, a staggering 422 individuals on the federal Terrorist Screening Data Set were encountered at U.S. borders. But here’s the kicker: 283 of these potential threats were caught at the U.S.-Canada border, compared to 139 at the U.S.-Mexico border. That’s right, folks. The supposedly friendly northern frontier is outpacing the much-maligned southern border in terms of terrorist encounters.
Canada allowing Gazan refugees with potential terrorist ties into their country poses a national security threat to the U.S. northern border.
In a letter with colleagues, urged Sec Mayorkas to heighten precautions along the border.https://t.co/rmveJ3Q8JM
— Senator Marco Rubio (@SenMarcoRubio) July 24, 2024
A Ticking Time Bomb of National Security
The situation is so dire that even the bureaucrats can’t sugar-coat it anymore. According to the DHS:
“Over the next year, we expect some individuals with terrorism ties and some criminal actors will continue their efforts to exploit migration flows and the complex border security environment to enter the United States.” – Department of Homeland Security
This isn’t just about illegal immigration anymore. We’re talking about a potential national security catastrophe in the making. The northern border, with its vast stretches of unmonitored wilderness, severe weather conditions, and understaffed patrol units, is a terrorist’s dream come true. It’s like leaving the back door wide open and hoping the neighborhood watch will catch any intruders.
The Biden Administration’s Border Blunder
While our fearless leaders in Washington are busy patting themselves on the back for their “comprehensive” approach to border security, the reality on the ground tells a different story. Migrant encounters at the U.S.-Canada border have skyrocketed, with over 181,000 encounters in FY 2024 compared to 170,000 in FY 2023. But here’s the real shocker: 44 individuals identified as known or suspected terrorists have been arrested at the northern border this fiscal year, compared to just 8 at the southern border.
“Migrant encounters at our border have declined over the last year, but migrants are still arriving in high numbers, complicating border and immigration security.” – Department of Homeland Security
Oh, but don’t worry, folks. Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas assures us that they’re on top of it. He’s touting the importance of “collaboration” and “partnerships” to address these threats. Because nothing says national security like a good old-fashioned committee meeting, right?
A Call to Action: Securing Our Northern Frontier
It’s high time we wake up to the reality of our northern border vulnerability. We need more than just flowery speeches and bureaucratic jargon. We need action. Increased funding for border patrol, advanced surveillance technology, and stricter vetting processes for those entering from Canada are just the starting points. Our Constitution guarantees the right to national security, and it’s about time our government started taking that seriously.
The threat is real, and it’s knocking on our northern door. How many more potential terrorists need to slip through before we decide to lock it? The clock is ticking, America. It’s time to secure our borders – all of them – before it’s too late.
