Sex trafficking across the US-Mexico border is a significant problem, with an estimated 20,000 women and children trafficked each year. Young girls are targeted by smugglers who promise free travel but instead hold them in slave-like conditions and force them into prostitution. Traffickers operate individually or in criminal organizations, preying on vulnerable youth. The border region sees high levels of child sex tourism as well, with an estimated 16,000 young girls involved in the trade. Victims face constant threats of violence and health issues like addiction and disease. Policy recommendations focus on training law enforcement, prevention programs, and collaborative efforts to combat trafficking.