Trump's ICE Arrests Surge 120% in Southern States | JQJO

A CBS News analysis reveals a 120% surge in ICE arrests under President Trump's second term, compared to the same period in 2024 under the Biden administration. Over 109,000 arrests were made, concentrated in Southern and border states, particularly Texas, Florida, and California. Most detainees were from Latin America, primarily Mexico. Experts attribute this to geographic factors, demographics, and varying levels of local law enforcement cooperation with ICE. The Trump administration has broadened ICE's mandate, leading to increased interior arrests, including those without criminal records.