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U.S. Immigration Detention Hits Record 60,000 Amid Crackdown

8/12/2025

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The U.S. immigration detention population has surged past 60,000, marking the highest level since the Trump era. This dramatic rise from 39,000 in January highlights a crackdown on arrests and deportations, with over 1,100 individuals recently detained. ICE has taken the lead in these operations, shifting the spotlight away from Customs and Border Protection.

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Story summary

The U.S. immigration detention population has surged past 60,000, marking the highest level since the Trump era. This dramatic rise from 39,000 in January highlights a crackdown on arrests and deportations, with over 1,100 individuals recently detained. ICE has taken the lead in these operations, shifting the spotlight away from Customs and Border Protection.