The number of "family units" attempting to cross into the US border hit a record high of 91,000 in August due to a rule change by the Biden administration. The increase in family units crossing the border illegally was predictable and raises questions about the authenticity of these family units.
Immigrants seeking asylum at the border have been able to request appointments using the CBP One smartphone application, but they still have to pay smugglers to get to the border. This system has inadvertently become a boon for alien smugglers.
The increase in family units and overall border encounters was predictable due to the current DHS rules and the repeal of the Trump-era "Remain in Mexico" policy. The Biden administration's refusal to disclose the number of immigrants released into the US highlights the potential impact on communities.