Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) has formally requested information from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding deportations of illegal aliens. His inquiry follows reports of millions deported since January 2025 and aims to ensure Congress is informed about DHS's enforcement efforts. Roy is particularly interested in the specifics of deportations, including those from the U.S. interior and at the borders, as well as strategies for prioritizing deportations of individuals with serious criminal records.
Key facts
- Rep. Chip Roy requested deportation data from DHS on October 26, 2026.
- DHS reported over 605,000 deportations in 2025.
- Approximately 2.2 million illegal aliens have self-deported since January 2025.
- Roy aims to ensure Congress monitors DHS's enforcement of immigration laws.
- Roy previously requested similar data in June 2026.
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