The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency concluded the summer of 2026 with unparalleled arrest figures: August saw 50,925 detentions, marking a new monthly peak and making it the third consecutive month with a record-breaking tally.
The Department of Homeland Security released the official statistics on September 2.
Consistent Increase Over the Summer Months
Throughout the summer, the number of arrests steadily climbed. In June, authorities apprehended 43,900 undocumented immigrants. This number rose to 50,208 in July and reached a new high in August with 50,925 detentions, marking the second consecutive month with over 50,000 arrests.
“Since President Trump resumed office, over 3 million undocumented immigrants have left the United States," the report highlighted.
ICE's City Rankings
According to Telemundo, ICE has accumulated more than 570,000 arrests since the beginning of Trump's second term, a figure sufficient to depopulate cities the size of Atlanta or Miami.
Texas led the rankings with 63,404 arrests between January and August of 2026. During this period, Dallas recorded the highest number of detentions nationwide, with 8,106 arrests. It was followed by Laredo with 7,141 and Conroe with 7,124, both also in Texas.
Florida's Role in Immigration Enforcement
Florida ranked as the second state with the highest number of detentions, totaling 29,624. This dominance by both Texas and Florida reflects their large immigrant populations and their governments' willingness to collaborate with federal authorities.
Miami was the leading city in Florida for ICE arrests, with 4,862 between January and August, followed by Orlando with 3,680 and Tampa with 3,271.
The ICE office in Miami was described as one of the most active in the nation, recording 41,310 detentions from January 2025 to April 2026, averaging 120 arrests a day.
In Miami-Dade County, the Miami Police were identified as the local agency with the most migrant detentions under 287(g) agreements, with 451 arrests between August 2025 and August 23, 2026. These agreements allow municipal agencies to work directly with ICE in detaining migrants.
Characteristics of ICE Operations in This Era
Telemundo's report indicates that ICE agents have ramped up street detentions, increased collaboration with jails and local agencies, and stepped up raids in cities like Houston, New York, Memphis, San Francisco, and Atlanta.
Other common detention points for immigrants include airports, courthouses, and immigration control offices.
The rise in detentions this summer was also marked by an increase in capturing individuals without criminal records, drawing criticism from civil rights organizations nationwide.
ICE arrest numbers continue to set records month after month. Stay informed on the latest operations, deportations, and immigration policies in our U.S. Immigration section.
Frequently Asked Questions About ICE Arrests
What factors contributed to the record-breaking ICE arrests in the summer of 2026?
The record-breaking arrests were due to increased ICE operations, including street detentions, enhanced collaboration with local agencies, and more frequent raids in major cities.
Which states recorded the highest number of ICE detentions?
Texas and Florida recorded the highest number of ICE detentions, with Texas leading the rankings.
How have ICE's tactics changed under the current administration?
Under the current administration, ICE has increased street detentions, expanded cooperation with jails and local agencies, and intensified raids in cities across the country.