Trump Doubles DHS Budget Fueling Nationwide Mass Deportations

President Donald Trump's administration has significantly increased funding for the Department of Homeland Security, nearly doubling its annual budget to about $170 billion through a Republican-backed bill signed into law on July 4. This funding surge supports expansive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, including mass deportations and the establishment of detention centers at military bases, fulfilling Trump's promise of the largest domestic deportation effort in U.S. history. Trump highlighted the administration's progress at the bill signing, stating deportations are occurring at record numbers. However, this dramatic financial boost has raised bipartisan concerns in Congress due to the lack of detailed policy guidelines and oversight, with lawmakers scrutinizing the reallocation of funds, including nearly $1 billion shifted from other federal agencies. Additional ICE incentives, such as $50,000 hiring bonuses, also contribute to the aggressive enforcement strategy. Both Republican and Democratic legislators are calling for greater transparency and control over the administration's mass deportation agenda.