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Trump’s Immigration Crackdown: Rising Detention and High Fees

1/14/2026

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In 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration intensified immigration policies, with changes from Project 2025 restricting asylum access and introducing high application fees.
Videos of violent arrests by masked agents have surfaced, illustrating a shift in enforcement tactics.
Detention rates rose to over 65,000 in custody as mandatory detention policies took effect.
The administration ended temporary protected status for several countries, affecting thousands.

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Story summary

In 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration intensified immigration policies, with changes from Project 2025 restricting asylum access and introducing high application fees.
Videos of violent arrests by masked agents have surfaced, illustrating a shift in enforcement tactics.
Detention rates rose to over 65,000 in custody as mandatory detention policies took effect.
The administration ended temporary protected status for several countries, affecting thousands.