TRAC (Transactional Records Access Clearinghouse) has analyzed ICE arrest and removal trends under the Trump administration compared to the Biden administration.  There is no evidence to support claims of higher arrests and removals.

Arrests: ICE arrests have not significantly increased under Trump compared to Biden’s administration. In February 2025, the average daily ICE arrests (724) were actually 4.7% lower than the average during Biden’s FY 2024 (759).

Detentions: The number of detained individuals increased slightly from 39,703 on January 12, 2025 (end of Biden’s term) to 41,169 on February 9, 2025 (under Trump), a 3.7% increase.

Removals (Deportations): ICE removals have decreased by 6.5% under Trump compared to Biden’s administration. During FY 2024 ICE deported an average of 742 individuals per day. For the period of January 26 to February 8, 2025 (under Trump), deportations dropped to 693 per day.