The Trump administration is intensifying its efforts to arrest undocumented immigrants, with plans to deploy additional federal personnel, including Border Patrol agents, across the country. This surge in enforcement, supported by state National Guard units, aims to fulfill President Trump’s campaign promise of mass deportations by overcoming resource limitations. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers are under pressure to deliver results but face logistical challenges similar to past administrations.

White House officials, led by Stephen Miller, have set quotas for ICE field offices as a minimum standard, necessitating collaboration across federal agencies. Border Patrol agents, empowered to conduct immigration enforcement nationwide, will play a key role in this expanded effort, reflecting confidence in the reduced migrant crossings at the southern border.

The involvement of National Guard units, authorized by some states, will provide support for arresting teams and force protection. This multi-agency approach underscores the administration’s commitment to interior enforcement, traditionally ICE’s responsibility. The administration is seeking assistance from states to bolster immigration enforcement, citing a “mass influx” of migrants triggering new state authorities.

The Justice Department is directing federal agents in multiple cities to prioritize arresting undocumented immigrants, reallocating resources from existing investigations. This shift raises concerns about resource allocation for addressing other federal crimes, especially as the department focuses on transnational crime facilitators over white-collar prosecutions. The administration’s strategy signals a significant escalation in immigration enforcement efforts, reflecting a whole-of-government approach to address immigration challenges.