Number of ICE detainees reaches record high of 66,000
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The number of detainees held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has reached a record high of nearly 66,000, according to data released Friday by DHS. A new CBS News poll shows that 54% of Americans believe the government is stopping and detaining more people than necessary.
Breakdown
- ICE is detaining a record high of nearly 66,000 people, according to DHS data.
- 48% of current detainees have no criminal charges or convictions and are held for civil immigration violations. 23s
- Since President Trump took office, non-criminal ICE detentions have increased by over 2,000%. 29s
- A CBS poll shows 54% of Americans believe too many people are being detained, and 55% disapprove of Trump's immigration policy. 37s
- Despite public concern, the administration has expanded enforcement operations to more cities, with no indication of ending mass deportations. 50s