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Over 50,000 Immigrants Now Detained, Highest Since 2019
ICE detention numbers are up alongside spike in new detention facilities and new 287(g) agreements. Nearly 25% of detainees now have no criminal…
Jun 6
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Over 50,000 Immigrants Now Detained, Highest Since 2019
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May 2025
LIVE: Behind the Scenes of My Latest Post About ICE Detention Data
Watch now | Watch or listen to my live coffee chat about ICE's newest detention data released today. Hear how I think about the data and maybe you'll…
May 23
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LIVE: Behind the Scenes of My Latest Post About ICE Detention Data
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ICE Detention Numbers Decline Slightly for the First Time During the Trump II Administration
Despite total decline, the number of people arrested and detained by ICE rather than CBP continued to grow modestly.
May 23
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ICE Detention Numbers Decline Slightly for the First Time During the Trump II Administration
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“Nobody is Protected” from Border Patrol: My Conversation with Reece Jones (Repost)
Border Patrol is one of the most controversial yet misunderstood law enforcement agencies in the country. Fellow geographer Reece Jones unpacks this…
May 22
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“Nobody is Protected” from Border Patrol: My Conversation with Reece Jones (Repost)
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Atlanta Event Announcement: Join Me for a Discussion of Trump-Era Immigration Policies, Hosted by Casa Alterna
Do you live in Atlanta? Are you interested in learning more about current immigration policies and data? If so, join me at 7pm on June 5 for the latest…
May 21
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Atlanta Event Announcement: Join Me for a Discussion of Trump-Era Immigration Policies, Hosted by Casa Alterna
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Your Support for this Newsletter Helps Shape the National Conversation on Immigration
A report on the growth and impact of this newsletter since the start of the Trump administration, a special thanks to my generous supporters, and a call…
May 18
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Your Support for this Newsletter Helps Shape the National Conversation on Immigration
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NPR and The Journalist's Resource: Strengthening Immigration Reporting in Volatile Times
Today was a big day—and I’d love to share some good news.
May 15
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NPR and The Journalist's Resource: Strengthening Immigration Reporting in Volatile Times
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A First Look at ICE's Detained Population at Individual Facilities
We used our new Interval ADP method to calculate detained populations at all facilities currently used by ICE and we included tips for writing about…
May 14
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Immigrant Detention Numbers Decline Slightly, But ICE Arrests Continue to Grow
The latest detention data from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shows that 49,005 immigrants were held in detention as of May 4, 2025.
May 13
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Immigrant Detention Numbers Decline Slightly, But ICE Arrests Continue to Grow
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New Method Uncovers Hidden Population Spikes at Some ICE Detention Centers
A new method for analyzing ICE data reveals recent spikes in the number of people held in ICE facilities like Stewart and Moshannon, trends normally…
May 12
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New Method Uncovers Hidden Population Spikes at Some ICE Detention Centers
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Immigration Judges Closed and Denied More Asylum Cases in March Than Any Month on Record
In a record-breaking month, immigration judges fast-tracked asylum denials at a record pace, raising questions about due process, the politicization of…
May 11
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Immigration Judges Closed and Denied More Asylum Cases in March Than Any Month on Record
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ICE's Prodigal Immigrant Detention Data Returns, System Appears Near Capacity
Better late than never, ICE released its latest detention data late yesterday updated through April 20. Growth slows as numbers approach 50,000…
May 10
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ICE's Prodigal Immigrant Detention Data Returns, System Appears Near Capacity
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