Deaths in ICE custody hit record high under Trump admin, agency says
- Posted on April 16, 2026
- By Usa Today
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In brief
Immigration and Customs Enforcement has documented a significant surge in mortality rates within its detention facilities since the beginning of 2025. According to comprehensive data compiled by USA TODAY, at least 48 individuals have lost their lives while in ICE custody during the Trump administration's initial months in office. This alarming figure raises critical questions about detention conditions, healthcare standards, and oversight mechanisms within federal immigration enforcement operations.
Deaths in ICE custody hit record high under Trump admin, agency says
Since President Donald Trump took office in January 2025, USA TODAY’s tracker shows at least 48 people have died in ICE detention facilities.
