New data shows record number of arrests and deportations of immigrants in the US
Summary
In July, the Trump administration arrested nearly 50,000 immigrants and deported about 34,000, which are the highest numbers since the start of his second term. Many arrests involved people without any criminal history, and enforcement methods have shifted to less visible approaches, such as traffic stops and routine check-ins.Key Facts
- About 1,500 people were arrested and 1,100 deported daily in July 2026.
- Total arrests in July were 49,571, a 15% increase from June 2026.
- 51% of those arrested in July had no prior criminal convictions or charges.
- Nearly 34,000 people were deported in July, the highest since this term began.
- The Department of Homeland Security has a $70 billion funding increase to support enforcement.
- Immigrants are arrested during appointments, traffic stops, outside homes, and at airports.
- The 287(g) program allows local police to enforce immigration laws, often quietly.
- Temporary Protective Status for Haitians and Syrians is ending, affecting tens of thousands.
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