ICE Reports Record Immigration Arrests and Deportations for Fiscal Year
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a record number of immigration arrests and deportations in the fiscal year ending September 30, surpassing all previous years in its 23-year history.
Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, November 12, 2026 —
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced a record-breaking fiscal year for immigration arrests and deportations, concluding on September 30. This period marks the highest numbers in the agency’s 23-year history.
The agency’s report indicates that the fiscal year ending September 30 saw a surge in both arrests and deportations, setting new benchmarks for the organization. Specific figures detailing the total number of arrests and deportations were not immediately available in the provided summary. Similarly, details regarding the demographics of those arrested or deported, or the specific regions from which these numbers were drawn, were not specified in the initial report.
The scope of the record-breaking figures encompasses the entire 23-year operational history of ICE. However, further details concerning the breakdown of these numbers, such as the types of offenses leading to arrests or the judicial outcomes of deportation proceedings, were not included in the summary. The summary also did not provide information on whether specific enforcement priorities or policy changes contributed to these record levels.
ICE’s mission includes enforcing immigration laws and ensuring public safety and national security. The agency’s operations involve a range of enforcement activities aimed at apprehending and removing individuals who violate U.S. immigration laws. The extent of the increase over previous years and the specific metrics that define this record were not elaborated upon in the summary provided.
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