Gary Humphreys, who has owned Humphreys' Gun Shop in Del Rio, Texas, since 1973, has observed a distinct uptick in gun sales coinciding with the border crisis affecting the area. He noted that an increasing number of individuals, including those who have never owned a gun before, are entering his shop to make purchases, driven primarily by safety concerns.

Humphreys pointed out that many of these new customers are women, many of whom are buying handguns specifically for personal protection. He expressed that the situation has become alarming, especially after experiencing a break-in at his shop, emphasizing the realities of life near the border that many outsiders might not fully comprehend.

He criticized the border policies of the Biden-Harris administration, stating that issues at the border have persisted since they took office three years ago. The sentiment among local residents leans heavily toward support for former President Trump, with many believing he would reinstate stricter border policies if re-elected.

Recent polls reflect a growing concern about border security, particularly among younger demographics and various voter groups, with a greater percentage blaming inadequate enforcement rather than political figures for the crisis. A significant number of voters still support the idea of deporting illegal immigrants, although that figure has slightly declined since last year. The survey also highlights that Trump holds a considerable lead over Harris regarding trust on border matters.