Staggering amount each American is estimated to have paid for deportation push

Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleAn analysis by the Economic Policy Institute reveals that President Donald Trump's $268.9 billion deportation effort costs average American taxpayers nearly $2,400 each. The institute stated the diverted funds could instead support essential public services, such as hiring teachers, expanding Medicaid, and funding public housing. In response, the Department of Homeland Security defended the policy, arguing that incentives for self-deportation ultimately save taxpayers money. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has deported more than 350,000 people in fiscal year 2026, with plans to deport one million individuals annually over the next two years. The deportation campaign is funded through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, standard congressional appropriations, and reallocated federal money. In fullAverage American pays $2,400 in taxes to fund Trump’s deportation push, analysis findsMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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