US immigration agents arrested a record number of people in June, data shows

U.S. immigration agents arrested forty-three thousand one hundred thirty-eight people in June, the highest monthly total since the Trump administration took office in January of last year, according to The Guardian's analysis of newly released government data. The arrests represent a steady escalation of enforcement operations nationwide, consistent with the administration's campaign commitment to mass deportations.

Listen to this story

Hear this and more stories in a personalized audio briefing.

Open The Chonkerton