Trump deported 17,000 people last month - up 50% from his first month - but still far below his promises

The Trump administration deported over 17,200 people in April, marking the first time it surpassed levels during the corresponding month in 2024 during the Biden administration.

Still, despite the figures representing a more than 50 percent spike since February, the administration isn’t on track to meet the president’s promise to rapidly deport millions of people upon taking office.