Former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on July 29, 2025, at 06:58 PM EST, to commend ICE agents for their efforts in deporting what he described as “the WORST of the WORST Criminals,” including terrorists, pedophiles, MS-13 gang members, murderers, rapists, and traffickers, whom he called “SLEAZEBAGS” and “SCUM of the Earth.”
In the post, Trump attributed their presence to the policies of the Biden administration and called for more individuals to join ICE to “MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN,” promising strong support for agents.
DHS and ICE data confirm a surge in arrests of individuals with serious criminal convictions since January 2025, with 75% of arrests targeting those with criminal records.
However, Reuters reports an 800% increase in non-criminal detentions, sparking criticism that Trump’s rhetoric exaggerates crime trends and dehumanizes immigrants, while supporters emphasize the focus on removing dangerous offenders.