Illegal immigrant arrests under Trump drop 91% from Biden: ‘What a difference a year makes!’

Published February 7, 2025 11:58am ET



The number of illegal immigrants arrested at the nation’s borders has decreased over the past year as White House administrations transitioned from former President Joe Biden to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

U.S. Border Patrol Chief Mike Banks announced Friday morning that the number of apprehensions at the northern, southern, and coastal borders was down more than 90% this February compared to the exact period last year.

Already a print subscriber? Click here to login/register your account

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.