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U.S. Deportations Hit Decade High of 271,484 to 192 Countries in Fiscal Year 2024, Surpassing Trump Era Levels

Dec 20, 2024, 01:38 AM

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported that deportations reached a decade-high in fiscal year 2024, with a total of 271,484 individuals removed from the country. This figure surpasses the peak levels recorded during the Trump administration. The report indicates that these deportations occurred as part of a broader initiative by the Biden administration to address illegal immigration. The removals involved individuals sent to 192 countries, marking the highest annual tally since 2014. The increase in deportations has been attributed to enhanced deportation flights and streamlined procedures for repatriating migrants, particularly to Central American countries. As the Biden administration approaches its end, the figures reflect a notable shift in immigration enforcement policies compared to previous years.