During the first 100 days of his second term, President Donald Trump intensified his immigration offensive with the deportation of 65,682 undocumented immigrants, according to figures released by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
According to ICE, of the more than 66,000 arrests made, 75% were immigrants with criminal records, including 2,288 alleged gang members from organizations such as Tren de Aragua, MS-13, and Barrio 18, as well as 1,329 individuals charged or convicted of sexual offenses and 498 for homicide.
The ICE itself has acknowledged that this escalation has been made possible by the reactivation of the 287(g) program, which allows local police to collaborate in immigration operations. Since January 20, 444 new cooperation agreements have been signed across the country.
The numbers are celebrated by the Trump administration
Despite this tough rhetoric, current figures show that deportations have not substantially increased compared to the Biden administration, at least in its early months.
In February, for example, Trump deported 37,660 people, while Biden averaged 57,000 monthly deportations in his final year in office.
According to data from The New York Times, between January and March 2025, the Trump administration conducted fewer deportation flights to Guatemala and Colombia than the last months of Biden's administration. Guatemala received 60 flights under Trump, compared to 65 in the last months of Biden. In the case of Colombia, the number decreased from 20 flights to just 16.
President Trump has stated that his goal is to deport up to 11 million people, but at this pace and with the current resources, experts and human rights organizations agree that it is an unrealistic promise.
Operation Black Tide leaves more than 800 migrants detained in Florida
More than 800 migrants were apprehended in Florida during the first few days of the Operation Tidal Wave, a large-scale immigration control operation driven by federal and state authorities.
Operation Black Tide represents an unprecedented collaboration between federal and state agencies to intensify the enforcement of immigration laws.
Arrest of more than 100 undocumented immigrants in Colorado
Just a few days ago, a months-long investigation and a joint federal operation led to the arrest of more than 100 undocumented immigrants at an illegal nightclub.
The club, which operated outside the allowed hours, was guarded by active members of the U.S. Army who served as security personnel. Additionally, it had become a hotspot for drug trafficking, violent criminals, and prostitution.
According to the authorities, the involved military personnel are now in the custody of the Army's Criminal Investigation Department (CID), while the detained immigrants remain in the custody of immigration authorities.
During the operation, federal agents also seized numerous firearms and large quantities of illicit drugs.
Trump signs immigration decrees as he approaches 100 days in office
President Donald Trump signed a decree this Monday ordering a crackdown on "sanctuary jurisdictions," or states and localities that limit cooperation with federal immigration law enforcement, reported CNN.
The decree requires the creation of a list by the Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security that identifies these jurisdictions, which will be at risk of losing certain federal funds and facing legal actions unless they comply with the law enforcement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Deportations in the Trump Administration
How many undocumented immigrants were deported in the first 100 days of Trump's second term?
In the first 100 days of Donald Trump's second term, 65,682 undocumented immigrants were deported, according to figures from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
How do Trump’s deportations compare to Biden’s?
Although Trump promised to increase deportations, the initial figures do not exceed the monthly average of 57,000 deportations during Biden's last year in office.
What measures has Trump implemented to intensify deportations?
Trump reactivated the 287(g) program, which allows local police to collaborate in immigration operations, and signed decrees to take action against "sanctuary jurisdictions." 444 new cooperation agreements have been signed across the country since the beginning of his term.
What is Operation Black Tide?
The Operation Black Tide is a migration control initiative in Florida that resulted in the detention of over 800 migrants in its first days, as part of a collaboration between federal and state agencies.
What challenges does Trump face in achieving his deportation goals?
Despite promises of mass deportations, Trump faces logistical and legal challenges due to a lack of resources and personnel, as well as resistance from some states and human rights groups.
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