Fewer Migrants Trying to Cross Border Illegally

There has been a drop in numbers from Mexico due to a U.S. crackdown. The sandy streets of Sasabe, Mexico, are empty. Migrant smugglers have to hunt for business at border town shelters. Many deported migrants give up after one try, taking up their government on free bus rides home. At last, a U.S. crackdown is causing the longest and most significant drop in illegal migration from Mexico since the terrorist attacks of 911. Officials say the U.S. economic downturn, tighter security and a more perilous and expensive journey are persuading many who try to sneak in the United States to give up sooner. This is indeed good news.