On October 22, 2024, DHS conducted a removal flight for Indian nationals without legal U.S. status, reflecting cooperation with India to combat irregular migration and smuggling. Since June 2024, southwest border encounters have dropped by 55%, with DHS removing over 160,000 individuals on more than 495 flights. DHS emphasizes lawful pathways and warns against using smugglers, noting the highest removal numbers since FY2010.
