New record: US immigration authorities carry out 51,000 arrests in one month
America: Arrests on the rise under the Trump administration
علي رجب
Last updated: 08/08/2026 10:48 am
Ali Ragab
New record: US immigration authorities carry out 51,000 arrests in one month
Expanding the scope of operations in states and airports
Differing stances and criticisms from human rights activists
Washington, DC – US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) set a historic record with nearly 51,000 arrests last month. This action was part of an intensified immigration enforcement campaign under President Donald Trump. Figures released by ICE and US media reports indicate that the average number of arrests was approximately 1,645 per day throughout the month.
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This total surpassed the previous record of 43,000 arrests set in June. It marked the second consecutive month of unprecedented enforcement activity. Moreover, this sharp increase also reflects the U.S. administration’s efforts to expand immigration enforcement. Federal agencies have received strict directives to identify and deport undocumented immigrants from the United States.
Expanding the scope of operations in states and airports
The extensive operations extended across the country. In Georgia alone, a major crackdown resulted in the arrest of 1,226 people for immigration violations. Data also revealed that more than 30 people were detained at airports as part of the expanded enforcement efforts. These arrests coincided with Department of Homeland Security reports indicating a significant increase in deportations. A total of 356,389 people were deported during the current fiscal year through June.
https://www.voiceofemirates.com/en/politics/2026/08/08/new-record-us-immigration-authorities-carry-out-51000-arrests-in-one-month/
