ICE Arrests Surge in NY and NJ Under Trump Administration
New data reveals over 19,500 arrests in New York and nearly 18,000 in New Jersey during Trump's second term, largely targeting immigrant men without criminal histories.
New data reveals over 19,500 arrests in New York and nearly 18,000 in New Jersey during Trump's second term, largely targeting immigrant men without criminal histories.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted more than 19,500 arrests in New York and nearly 18,000 in New Jersey during President Donald Trump’s second term. The majority of those arrested were immigrant men from Latin America who did not have criminal histories. These figures represent a significant increase in immigration enforcement compared to the prior 18-month period under President Joe Biden.
More than 41% of those arrested in the two states have been deported, and an additional 22% departed after their arrest. The data, obtained by the Deportation Data Project and analyzed by Gothamist, shows that immigration enforcement has occurred across all regions of New York and New Jersey, with arrests concentrated in major cities but also extending to smaller towns.
In New York City, nearly half of all ICE arrests in the state, over 8,800, took place within the five boroughs. Queens emerged as a major hotspot, with at least 2,202 arrests, followed by Brooklyn, the Bronx, Staten Island, and Manhattan. Arrests also occurred in counties outside the city, including Nassau and Erie counties, each recording around 2,000 arrests.
Newark led New Jersey with nearly 4,500 arrests, followed by Elizabeth with just over 1,100. Other significant arrest locations in New Jersey included Mount Laurel, Fort Dix, Plainfield, Kearny, and Freehold. In New York, outside of New York City, Hempstead in Nassau County saw 1,115 arrests, making it a notable hotspot on Long Island.
FAQ
What was the total number of ICE arrests in New York and New Jersey during Trump's second term?
There were over 19,500 arrests in New York and nearly 18,000 in New Jersey.
What happened to the majority of immigrants arrested?
More than 41% of those arrested were deported, and another 22% chose to leave the country after being arrested.