Study Finds 1 Million Illegal Immigrants Left US Since January

Since President Donald Trump took office in 2025, approximately one million illegal immigrants have left the United States, with the total illegal immigrant population declining to an estimated 14.8 million by May. This reduction is attributed to Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement policies, including increased deportations, the rollback of humanitarian protections such as Temporary Protected Status for several countries, and a significant crackdown on illegal border crossings. The Trump administration's actions have also resulted in a rise in the number of undocumented individuals by revoking legal statuses and work authorizations for many immigrants, which has expanded the pool subject to deportation. The decline in the immigrant labor force, particularly among Latin American noncitizens, has led to concerns in sectors like agriculture but is seen by some experts as an opportunity for less-educated U.S.-born and legal-immigrant workers who may benefit from higher wages and increased job availability. While enforcement efforts have faced protests, the overall trend indicates a substantial shift in the immigrant population and labor market dynamics under President Trump's policies. Advocacy groups have criticized the administration for undermining due process and creating fear within immigrant communities through these aggressive measures.