Originally from Mesilla, New Mexico, Paul Ratje collaborates frequently with the AFP. He lives in his home region of southern New Mexico and El Paso, Texas, where he focuses his lens on stories of immigration on the U.S.-Mexico border.27 Oct 2021
Does the US Border Patrol use horses?
Horses remain key part of patrol The U.S. Border Patrol was established after Congress passed the Labor Appropriation Act of 1924. Its mission was to secure the borders between inspection stations and patrol the seacoast. Horses were more valuable to the agents than uniforms which would come four years later.22 Sept 2021
Can you take pictures at the border?
Official CBP security policies prohibit visitors at CBP-controlled facilities from using cameras and video recording devices without prior approval from the senior CBP official or someone she or he designates.25 Oct 2012
When did US border crisis start?
2014
What happened to the refugees on the Polish border?
Polish border guards turned them away and forced them to swim back. At least thirteen people have lost their lives, with many more injured. The decision to put people in detention or in a reception center or send them across the border appears to be utterly arbitrary, leaving people unsure where they stand.10 Dec 2021
How many immigrants are in the US in 2021?
Period Refugee Programme
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2021 15,000
Will the border to Mexico be closed?
The land border restrictions imposed by the US on visitors by land from Mexico, introduced in March 2020 due to Covid-19, will begin to be lifted from November 2021—but only for visitors who can show an approved vaccination certificate.16 Oct 2021