A new migrant caravan is set to depart from southern Mexico this weekend, with the ultimate goal of reaching the U.S. border. The caravan is expected to start at 6 a.m. on Sunday on the banks of the Suchiate River in Chiapas, which is Mexico's southern border with Guatemala.
The number of migrants expected to take part remains unknown, but it is estimated to be anywhere from several hundred to 1,500 or more. Other migrants are expected to join the caravan along the route.
It remains unclear if Mexican government agencies will provide police escorts as they have in the past. In the past, government officials have provided marching migrants with places to stay, food, and beverages as they continue their journey.
Mexican authorities still do not know the details of the caravan. However, it is expected to follow the patterns used by prior caravans. Hundreds of migrants march from the state of Chiapas in a northern direction, and after several days, they reach Mexico City. There, the caravans largely disband as migrants find various ways of reaching the border.
The new caravan comes at a time when illegal immigration and the abuse of the asylum system remain one of the top issues in the current presidential campaign. The Biden administration has recently cracked down on migrants making their way north as part of a deal with Mexico. However, despite the efforts, cartel-connected human smuggling organizations continue to profit from their trade.
This latest development highlights the ongoing crisis at the U.S. southern border, where record numbers of migrants have been apprehended in recent months. The Biden administration has faced criticism for its handling of the situation, with many Republicans calling for stronger border security measures.
Former President Donald Trump, who made border security a key issue during his time in office, has also weighed in on the issue. In a recent statement, he called for the completion of the border wall and the implementation of stricter immigration policies.
As the migrant caravan prepares to depart, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold. However, one thing is clear: the issue of illegal immigration is not going away anytime soon.
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