US-Mexico border militarization

Definition

This refers to the increased presence of military and law enforcement personnel, surveillance technology, and physical barriers along the US-Mexico border. It is aimed at preventing illegal immigration and drug trafficking.

Analogy

Imagine a school with strict rules about who can come in or out. There are security guards at every entrance, cameras everywhere, and high fences. That's similar to what's happening on the US-Mexico border.

Related terms

Border Patrol: The U.S federal law enforcement agency responsible for preventing illegal immigrants from entering U.S across Mexico border.

Immigration Policy: Government laws and regulations that determine who can enter a country, how long they can stay, and what they can do while there.

The Wall (US-Mexico Border Wall): A series of vertical barriers along parts of U.S - Mexico border intended to prevent illegal crossings.