Here we go again. Thousands of migrants are heading toward the United States, forming yet another caravan through Mexico, as border policy talks between the U.S. and Mexican governments play out in the background. If this feels like déjà vu, that’s because it is. The endless cycle of caravans, weak border enforcement, and political grandstanding has become the tragic hallmark of our immigration crisis.

Let’s be honest: the timing here is no coincidence. Every time there’s a hint of U.S. policy discussions on border security, caravans magically appear, as if choreographed to test the political resolve of our leaders. This latest group, reportedly made up of Central Americans and Haitians, is marching toward our southern border, armed with the knowledge that America’s border policies have been inconsistent at best and outright lenient at worst. And why shouldn’t they? They’ve seen the playbook before: overwhelm the system, and eventually, you get through.

The blame for this endless chaos doesn’t just lie with the migrants or even the coyotes who profit from smuggling them across the border. The real culprits are the politicians—on both sides of the border—who refuse to take meaningful action. In Washington, one side talks tough about securing the border but often lacks follow-through, while the other side calls any form of enforcement cruel and inhumane. Meanwhile, Mexico alternates between token crackdowns and passive indifference, depending on how much diplomatic pressure we’re willing to apply.

And let’s talk about the numbers. These aren’t just a handful of people looking for better opportunities; we’re talking thousands at a time. Our border towns are stretched to the breaking point, with local resources overwhelmed by the sheer volume of people crossing into the U.S. Cities like El Paso and San Diego are dealing with surges of migrants that strain hospitals, schools, and law enforcement. But do you hear any outrage from the politicians who claim to care about social justice? Of course not. Their neighborhoods aren’t the ones dealing with the fallout.

The media, predictably, frames these caravans as a humanitarian crisis—and to some extent, they’re right. The conditions these migrants endure are horrific, and the cartels that profit from their desperation are nothing short of evil. But here’s the inconvenient truth: by failing to secure the border and enforce immigration laws, we’ve created a system that incentivizes this madness. If you make it across, there’s a good chance you’ll be allowed to stay, thanks to loopholes, overwhelmed courts, and lax policies. That’s not compassion; it’s chaos.

What’s most infuriating is how predictable all of this has become. Every time there’s a shift in U.S. immigration policy—or even the perception of one—caravans form. They’re not just traveling by chance; they’re responding to signals. And right now, the signal from Washington is clear: the border is open for business. Even as officials meet to discuss solutions, their track record suggests more talk than action. The migrants know it, the cartels know it, and, sadly, the American people know it.

The real victims here aren’t just the overwhelmed communities on both sides of the border. They’re also the migrants themselves, lured by false promises and exploited at every turn. The journey north is dangerous, often deadly, and the reality they face upon arrival rarely matches the dream they were sold. Yet, the cycle continues, driven by political gamesmanship and a refusal to address the root causes of the crisis.

So, what’s the solution? It’s not complicated: enforce the laws, secure the border, and create policies that deter illegal crossings instead of encouraging them. But that requires political courage, something in short supply these days. Until our leaders get serious, the caravans will keep coming, and the crisis will keep escalating.

This isn’t just a policy failure; it’s a failure of leadership. And while Washington dithers, the caravans roll on, carrying with them the undeniable proof that America’s border crisis is anything but under control.