Violent Assaults On Border Patrol Agents By Illegal Migrants On The Rise

The U.S. Border Patrol El Paso Sector has seen a major rise in the number of attacks on Border Patrol Agents, from illegal migrants who are trying to get into the United States.
They’re sending out a warning to the criminals who are even thinking about assaulting an agent saying,
“We will not tolerate any harm to the well-being of those dedicated to protecting others. Our law enforcement partners stand with us in bringing those responsible to justice.”
Since the start of Fiscal Year 2024, 66 Border Patrol Agents have already been assaulted in the El Paso Sector. During Fiscal Year 2023, 104 agents were assaulted.