A migrant died crossing the Channel on an inner tube, underscoring the perilous journey many undertake to reach the UK. French authorities noted a rise in crossings, with nearly 120 migrants arriving in a single day, as overcrowded boats become increasingly dangerous.

The UK government's border security policy faces criticism, with rising crossings likely to exceed last year's numbers. There are growing demands for a deterrent scheme akin to the prior Rwanda policy, even as the government aims to combat people-smuggling operations.

The Digest, 3/20/2025 @100AM, CDT

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