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ICE Reports 271,484 Deportations in FY 2024 to 192 Countries, Highest Since 2014, Surpassing Trump Era Levels

Dec 20, 2024, 04:59 AM

In fiscal year 2024, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a total of 271,484 deportations, marking the highest number since 2014. This figure surpasses the deportation levels seen during the Trump administration. The report indicates that deportations were facilitated by an increase in flights and operational efforts. The deportations involved individuals sent to nearly 200 countries, highlighting a significant increase in enforcement actions as the Biden administration nears its conclusion. The data shows a stark contrast to previous years, with ICE's deportation count nearly doubling from 142,580 in the previous fiscal year. This increase comes amidst a broader push by the Biden administration to address illegal immigration, although a notable portion of those deported were not arrested within the U.S. but rather apprehended at the border. The report underscores the ongoing complexities of immigration policy in the United States.