The Trump administration launched immediate immigration enforcement action that caused migrant arrests to substantially increase after one month of Trump’s presidency.The day he took office on January 20, 2025 Trump immediately deployed executive orders to strengthen border security as well as enhance immigration enforcement operations.A pivotal directive was the immediate cessation of the “catch-and-release” policy, which previously allowed migrants awaiting immigration hearings to remain free within the U.S,

The updated policy requires Border Patrol to confine all individuals who attempt unauthorized border crossings for complete deportation procedures.The administration demonstrates strong determination to stop unapproved migration and quickly remove people who lack proper immigration status through this new policy.ICE saw an enormous rise in detainee numbers during this time period after the administration executed its policy changes.ICE officers captured about 11,000 people suspected of breaking immigration regulations in the twenty-eight days following the presidential inauguration.