United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported a significant increase in arrests for the month of July, with more than 49,500 individuals detained. This figure marks the highest monthly count since President Donald Trump assumed office for his second term. Compared to June's numbers, the July arrests represent a rise of approximately 15 percent, and are about 70 percent higher than February's total, according to government data provided by ICE. In January 2025, prior to Trump's return to the White House, monthly arrests were around 8,000. The surge in arrests began in June and further escalated in July, with nearly 20,000 of these detentions taking place in Texas and Florida. Both states have active 287(g) agreements with ICE, which allows local law enforcement to aid immigration enforcement efforts. The rise in arrests comes after a hiring drive by ICE last year, resulting in the addition of approximately 12,000 officers and agents.