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A History of Drones on the Southern Border

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Evan Beebe
Evan Beebe
04/23/2025

Counter UAS

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As illegal border crossings have risen over the past decade, Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) and other law enforcment organizations on the southern border have had to think outside the box in order to provide surveillance on the 1,954 mile long border.

One solution that has proved effective for border security professionals is unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones. To learn more about the effectiveness of drones on the southern border, click "Download Your Copy" to read the latest report from IDGA. By downloading the report, you can gain the following:

  • A history of U.S. investments in drones on the southern border
  • How nefarious actors leverage drones
  • The risks and benefits of drones on the southern border

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