Tragic Increase in Migrant Crossings Claims Lives of More, Including Young Child

Three bodies, including that of a 3-year-old boy, have been recovered from the Rio Grande along the Texas-Mexico border this week as migrant crossings reach near-record levels. The bodies were found near a controversial floating marine barrier that diverts migrants into deeper and more treacherous parts of the river. Mexican officials have complained about the buoys, arguing that they create safety risks and violate treaties. The surge in crossings has prompted Texas Governor Greg Abbott to bus migrants to Democratic-run cities and install physical barriers. Advocates argue for expanding the daily number of migrants allowed at border checkpoints to provide a safer means of entry.