NPR
Immigration arrests soar, hitting 50,000 in July
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin reported 50,000 immigration arrests in July 2026, following his appointment in March. The figure represents enforcement activity under Mullin's leadership at DHS. No comparison data or context regarding arrest trends under previous administrations was provided in the available information.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/26/nx-s1-5945127/immigration-arrests-record