Overview

• The Trump administration has deported approximately 139,000 illegal immigrants in its first 98 days, focusing on interior arrests rather than border removals.
• Migrant encounters at the U.S.–Mexico border fell to record lows, with just over 7,000 reported in March 2025, a 94% drop compared to the same period in 2024.
• Only nine illegal immigrants have been released during the administration's first 100 days, compared to thousands per day under the Biden administration.
• Authorities are prioritizing the removal of nearly 700,000 immigrants accused or convicted of crimes, emphasizing national security threats.
• President Trump is set to sign executive orders targeting sanctuary jurisdictions that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.