
US: Deportations reach new high after summer surge in immigration arrests
Published on: Aug. 25, 2025, 9:44 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Under President Trump, deportations have surged, nearing 1,500 daily, fueled by increased ICE funding. While falling short of the million-a-year goal, deportations exceed Obama-era levels. A shift in focus targets immigrants beyond criminals, sparking nationwide protests and legal challenges. Detention centers are expanding to accommodate the surge, raising concerns about due process and racial profiling.