ICE Data Reveals High Number of Criminal Illegal Immigrants Not Detained

Newly released ICE data shows over 425,000 convicted criminals and 222,000 with pending charges among non-detained illegal immigrants.

ICE data provided to lawmakers indicates over 7 million noncitizens on the non-detained docket, up from 3.7 million in 2020.
Among those not in detention, there are 62,231 convicted of assault, 14,301 of burglary, 56,533 of drug offenses, and 13,099 of homicide.
The Biden administration has faced criticism for policies perceived as lenient, with Republicans urging stricter enforcement and cooperation from sanctuary cities.
Homeland Security reports that from mid-May 2023 to July 2024, over 893,600 individuals were removed or returned, including 138,300 in family units.
Vice President Kamala Harris' recent border visit has been dismissed by critics as a political stunt, calling for concrete actions rather than photo ops.