U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported 442,637 individuals between October 2024 and September 2025, according to newly released statistics. This represents an increase of approximately 171,000 deportations compared to the previous fiscal year, though it falls short of President Trump's campaign pledge to deport one million people annually.
Budget Cuts and Enforcement Goals
The figures, included in a congressional budget justification report, mark the first official deportation statistics released under the Trump administration. Notably, ICE has requested a reduction in its fiscal year 2027 budget, proposing cuts of $751 million from immigration detention and removal transportation budgets. This decision follows the passage of the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' in summer 2025, which provided billions in extra funding.
ICE has also reduced its budget ask for officer overtime by $155 million, citing improved efficiency and resource allocation.
Criminal Deportations
Of the 442,637 deportations, nearly 167,000 individuals had criminal records, including convictions and pending charges. This accounts for roughly 38% of all removals and returns, reflecting the administration's focus on targeting the 'Worst of the Worst.' The data also highlights the transition between the final months of former President Biden's term and the majority of Trump's first year in office.
While ICE has touted its 'self-deportation' program, claiming over two million individuals have left voluntarily, this figure is not included in the official report. The agency has set a goal to deport one million people in the upcoming fiscal year, but budget requests suggest that this target may face financial hurdles.