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ICE Struggles with 47,600 Detainees, Aims for 100,000

3/13/2025

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is grappling with a staggering 47,600 detainees, far surpassing its capacity of 41,500. In a bold move, the Trump administration plans to expand this space to 100,000, fueling a surge in mass deportations. Since January 2025, ICE has ramped up its efforts, leading to 32,800 arrests by early March.

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Story summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is grappling with a staggering 47,600 detainees, far surpassing its capacity of 41,500. In a bold move, the Trump administration plans to expand this space to 100,000, fueling a surge in mass deportations. Since January 2025, ICE has ramped up its efforts, leading to 32,800 arrests by early March.