The migrant population hosted in shelters on the southern border of Mexico has decreased by up to 90%, according to those in charge of these centers. This significant disappearance is attributed to the tightening of immigration policies by U.S. President Donald Trump, who has threatened massive deportations.
"Now it has dropped a lot," mentioned one of the officials, referring to the decrease in the number of migrants seeking refuge in shelters in the region. The threat of massive deportations and stricter border measures implemented by the Trump administration appear to have significantly impacted the mobility of those attempting to cross Mexico on their way to the United States.
Despite the situation causing a marked decline in the migrant population in these shelters, the outlook for migrants in transit through Mexico remains complex and challenging. The uncertainty generated by immigration policies continues to affect those seeking better opportunities in the neighboring country, as evidenced by the drastic reduction in the number of people finding refuge in shelters on the southern Mexican border.
