Explain and identify two things that customs and border agents are trying to keep from entering the country? What is the primary difficulty with preventing illegal border crossings?
1. Customs and Border Agents are attempting to prevent weapons, drugs, terrorism, contraband goods, and undocumented immigrants from crossing the border illegally.
2. The primary difficulty with preventing illegal border crossings is the sheer magnitude of people attempting to enter countries without proper authorization or documentation. People attempt to cross borders for a variety of reasons – economic opportunities, fleeing persecution, criminal activities – making it difficult for authorities to successfully stop them all from entering the country. Additionally, smuggling networks often use sophisticated tactics such as tunnels and boats to evade detection by customs agents.