ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings, immigration shake-up
Summary
ICE arrests nationwide dropped by nearly 12% after January 2026, following the killings of two American citizens by immigration officers in Minneapolis and changes in immigration leadership. Despite the overall decrease, arrests increased in some states like Kentucky and Florida, and many people arrested had no criminal history.Key Facts
- In December 2025, ICE arrests peaked at nearly 40,000 nationwide.
- Arrests fell from an average of 8,347 per week before February 4, 2026, to 7,369 per week afterward.
- The drop in arrests followed public concern and the killing of two Americans by immigration officers in Minneapolis.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was fired in early March 2026 after criticism of immigration tactics.
- Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino was sidelined, and Tom Homan took over immigration enforcement efforts in Minnesota.
- ICE arrests increased significantly in states like Kentucky and Florida during this period.
- About 41% of people arrested after February 4 had no criminal charges or convictions.
- The Trump administration says it targets dangerous criminals, but many arrested do not have criminal records.
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