Three-quarters of ICE arrests during Trump’s initial 100 days involved individuals with criminal convictions or pending charges.

ICE Arrests Highlights in Trump’s Early Administration

In the first 100 days of President Donald Trump’s administration, most of the illegal immigrants apprehended by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were those with criminal records or pending charges, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as stated on Monday.

DHS responded to a CNN report that suggested only a small fraction of those captured by ICE had serious criminal histories. The Department labeled this information as “fake news,” emphasizing that ICE had targeted serious offenders, including murderers and rapists.

“Seventy-five percent of ICE arrests during President Trump’s initial 100 days involved criminally unlawful aliens, either previously convicted or facing charges,” the DHS added.

DHS has consistently communicated that during their deportation efforts, they are focused on apprehending the most dangerous criminals.

This focus was evidenced in a recent ICE operation in Los Angeles, which sparked significant outrage and protests, notably from a group waving Mexican flags.

Protests against ICE have spread across various states, including New Jersey and Texas, demonstrating a growing backlash nationwide. Despite the protests, DHS maintained that they were aiming to capture the “worst” offenders.

A report highlighted some individuals arrested in the LA operation, showcasing serious criminal histories. For instance, Eswin Uriel Castro had been deported before and faced charges related to child abuse and robbery, alongside previous domestic violence issues.

Another individual, Anastasio Enrique Solis Salinas from Nicaragua, was taken into custody for intentionally harming a child and had prior convictions for domestic violence.

Miguel Angel Parafox Montes had returned to Mexico twice before being caught by ICE, with a long list of criminal charges including grand larceny and drug violations.