ICE Reports Record High Immigration Arrests and Deportations
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a record-high number of immigration arrests and deportations in the most recent 12-month period, exceeding any previous year in its 23-year history. In the fiscal year ending September 30, ICE deported 483,200 individuals,…
Tyler Longview, TX, November 12, 2026 — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced a record-setting year for immigration arrests and deportations, according to figures released for the most recent 12-month period. This marks the highest total in the agency’s 23-year history.
In the fiscal year concluding on September 30, ICE reported the deportation of 483,200 individuals. This figure represents a 9% increase compared to the previous record set in the prior fiscal year. The agency’s data indicates a significant surge in enforcement actions, pushing the numbers beyond any previously recorded annual totals.
The agency’s report highlights a sustained and intensified effort in immigration enforcement over the past year. The exact number of immigration arrests was not explicitly detailed in the provided summary, but the deportation figures illustrate the scale of ICE operations.
The trend of increasing deportations suggests a strategic focus on removal operations. These figures reflect the culmination of enforcement activities throughout the fiscal year. The 483,200 deportations surpassed the previous annual record, underscoring the scale of this year’s activity.
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