Border Security Breakdown: Cameras Inoperable Amid Crisis

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Posted 2 hours ago

**Failure**

In a startling revelation, an internal memo from Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has exposed a significant security lapse at the southern U.S. border: nearly one-third of the surveillance cameras in Border Patrol's primary monitoring system are inoperable.

This alarming breakdown of technology, affecting approximately 150 of the 500 cameras, is attributed to a combination of outdated equipment and a backlog of necessary repairs. As a result, Border Patrol agents are left with critical gaps in their ability to monitor illegal migrant crossings and safeguard the American public.

The memo outlines the serious implications of these technical failures, stating that they significantly hinder Border Patrol operations. With the growing number of migrant caravans moving toward the U.S. border, as reported by immigration expert Todd Bensman, the timing of this surveillance breakdown raises serious concerns.


Under the current administration, many observers have noted a concerning trend: a deteriorating enforcement regime that seems to be losing ground. The memo attributes part of the dysfunction to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), which has been responsible for servicing the systems and repairing the cameras.

Border Patrol leaders are reportedly considering switching to a contractor capable of providing the support the agency needs for the cameras.

This situation is made even more troubling by the ongoing influx of migrants entering the United States under policies enacted by the Biden-Harris administration. Recent reports reveal that thousands of illegal aliens, many with serious criminal convictions, have crossed the border, contributing to an escalating public safety crisis.

Amidst this turmoil, the Department of Homeland Security has been requesting increased funding from Congress for improved surveillance and increased staffing at the border. However, bipartisan efforts to enhance border security and restore a functioning surveillance system have been blocked, leaving agents without crucial tools needed to maintain order and safety.

As the crisis at the border deepens and surveillance technology falters, it becomes clear that a decisive shift is necessary to secure the safety of American citizens and restore effective immigration policies. The need for strong leadership has never been clearer, especially as the nation anticipates the potential return of a more robust border security approach in the next presidential election.

Sources:
infowars.com
rumble.com
nbcnews.com












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