The debate over President Trump’s immigration policy has focused primarily on a surge in at-large deportations, which have mostly affected people with little or no criminal history. The sweeping campaign has tripped up construction workers, housekeepers, and even toddlers. Indeed, a new analysis shows that of those arrested by ICE in 2025, 14% had a conviction or pending charge for a crime of violence.
Where could a greater percentage of violent offenders without legal status be found? Lo and behold, it’s in state prisons. Yet ironically, new policies driving the Trump administration’s rush… Read More in Real Clear Politics