Casi 5 mil Cruces migrantes este Año Fiscal en Yuma

According to a report from KYMA, a local news station in Yuma, Arizona, approximately 4,900 migrants crossed the border into the United States illegally in the fiscal year 2021, as of August 2021. This number represents a significant increase compared to the previous year, with only around 1,200 apprehensions reported during the same period in fiscal year 2020.

The surge in migration has put a strain on the resources of the U.S. Border Patrol and local authorities in Yuma, as they struggle to provide shelter, food, and medical assistance to the influx of migrants. The majority of the migrants are families and unaccompanied minors from Central America, primarily from Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, who are seeking asylum in the United States.

The increase in migration is attributed to various factors, including violence, poverty, and instability in their home countries, as well as the perception that U.S. border policies have become more lenient under the current administration. The Biden administration has rolled back some of the more restrictive immigration policies implemented during the Trump administration, such as the "Remain in Mexico" policy, which required asylum seekers to wait in Mexico while their cases were processed in the U.S.

Despite the challenges, local organizations and volunteers have rallied to support the migrants, providing food, clothing, and other essentials. The Yuma community has a long history of welcoming immigrants and refugees, and many are hopeful that the situation will improve in the coming months as the U.S. government works to address the root causes of migration and provide a more humane and efficient processing system for asylum seekers.

It is important to note that while the number of migrants crossing the border illegally is a concern, it is also important to remember that the vast majority of immigrants come to the United States with the intention of contributing to society and building a better life for themselves and their families. The situation at the border is complex, and it requires a comprehensive and compassionate response from the U.S. government and the international community.