Bad News for Kenyans as Unexpected Report Emerges from US Hours After Kalonzo Flew There

US President Donald Trump’s administration has recorded the highest number of immigration arrests and deportations in the history of the country’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE).

The agency announced that it made more than 491,000 immigration arrests and deported approximately 483,000 foreigners during the 2026 financial year.

In a statement shared on Thursday, November 12, ICE described the figures as a historic milestone, highlighting the sharp rise in immigration enforcement under Trump’s leadership.

The latest figures show a major increase compared to previous administrations. According to ICE, the number of deportations was more than eight times the total recorded during Joe Biden’s first financial year in office.

The agency also reported six times more arrests compared to Biden’s first year. The deportation figure was also more than double the number recorded during Barack Obama’s final full financial year as president.

The record comes as Trump continues implementing strict immigration policies following his return to the White House.

His administration has expanded immigration enforcement, allowing authorities to target more undocumented foreigners for arrest and removal from the United States.

Military resources and additional personnel have also been deployed to support immigration enforcement operations, increasing the capacity of authorities to carry out arrests and deportations.

Kenyans have also been affected by the ongoing crackdown, with some nationals appearing on the US government’s deportation lists.

In a related development, the US Department of Homeland Security recently released the names and photographs of 125 people from five African countries facing deportation.

Kenyans formed the largest group, with 49 individuals listed, followed by Ghanaian nationals, who accounted for 44 people.

The development comes as the Trump administration continues tightening immigration controls, raising concerns among foreigners living and working in the United States.

For Kenyans hoping to travel, study or work in America, the latest figures highlight the importance of following immigration and visa requirements.

The government has yet to announce any new figures showing the total number of Kenyans deported during the 2026 financial year.

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