VIDEO: White House makes push to strengthen border security

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The Obama administration said Friday it will take new steps to address border security, after a recent surge in the number of unaccompanied minors crossing into the U.S.

Between Oct. 1 and June 15, 52,000 minors have been apprehended, according to administration officials; 39,000 adults with children have also been detained.

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