The bridge that connects Hidalgo, Texas, to Reynosa, Mexico, has become a path of uncertainty and fear for thousands of families in search of opportunity.
ABC News’ Mireya Villareal speaks exclusively to the U.S. Border Patrol chief who is preparing officers for a possible shift in policies as migrant families wait in limbo in Mexico.
"I'm waiting for asylum, and we have been waiting for a long time. And when you don't see results, you feel desperation," Leon added. Customs and Border Protection encountered 1.7 million people at the U.S.-Mexico border in 2021, according to data released by the agency last month -- the highest ever over the span of a year. About 1.2 million of those encountered were expelled under Title 42, CBP said.
"I know I don't have enough agents, I know I don't have enough equipment, and then I know I need to close some gates and gaps. That would put us in a better position for success," he added.
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