The Reality of the Border Crisis in Yuma, Arizona

TLDRYuma, Arizona is experiencing a significant influx of migrants crossing the border. Sheriff Wilmot provides insights into the situation and its impact on the county, discussing the cartels' control, the cost of migration, and the need for a secure border. The county is facing challenges in terms of resources and infrastructure due to the large number of migrants. The federal government's responsibility in addressing the issue and funding necessary measures is questioned.

Key insights

💥Yuma County is dealing with a large influx of migrants crossing the border, with over 310,000 people apprehended in the last federal fiscal year.

🚧The cartels control specific areas along the border, allowing people to cross and trafficking narcotics across as well.

💰Migrants are paying large sums, ranging from $6,000 to $15,000, to cross the border depending on their country of origin.

🌍Migrants from over 140 different countries, including Russia and Afghanistan, are coming to Yuma, Arizona.

🏞️The impact of the border crisis on Yuma County extends beyond resources, with contamination of farm fields due to migrants defecating and littering.

Q&A

What is the current situation with migrants crossing the border in Yuma, Arizona?

Yuma County is experiencing a significant influx of migrants, with over 310,000 people apprehended in the last federal fiscal year.

How are the cartels involved in the border crisis?

The cartels control specific areas along the border, allowing people to cross and trafficking narcotics across as well.

How much do migrants pay to cross the border?

Migrants are paying large sums, ranging from $6,000 to $15,000, depending on their country of origin.

Where are migrants coming from?

Migrants are coming from over 140 different countries, including Russia and Afghanistan.

What impact does the border crisis have on Yuma County?

The border crisis has led to contamination of farm fields due to migrants defecating and littering.

Timestamped Summary

01:08Yuma, Arizona is experiencing a significant influx of migrants crossing the border.

04:55Migrants from over 140 different countries are coming to Yuma, Arizona.

09:59The county had to put up porta johns to prevent migrants from contaminating farm fields.

12:30The cost of dealing with the border crisis is significant, with millions of taxpayer dollars being spent each month.