Fact check: How many immigrants did trump report from 2017 through 2020

1. Summary of the results

The original statement inquires about the number of immigrants reported by Trump from 2017 through 2020. However, the exact number of immigrants reported during this period is not explicitly stated in the provided analyses ^[1]. According to one analysis, President Trump promised the largest mass deportation in U.S history, targeting over 10 million unauthorized migrants, but the number of people deported by ICE has not been regularly released to the public ^[2]. Another analysis reports that during the first 100 days of President Trump's term, ICE arrested 66,463 illegal aliens and removed 65,682 aliens ^[3]. It is essential to note that these numbers may not reflect the entire period from 2017 to 2020 ^[3].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

Some key context is missing from the original statement, including the distinction between reported, arrested, and deported immigrants ^[1]. Additionally, the analyses do not provide a comprehensive overview of the immigration policies and their impact during Trump's presidency ^[2]. Alternative viewpoints, such as the experiences of immigrant communities and the economic impact of immigration policies, are also not considered ^[1]. Furthermore, the analyses do not account for the potential differences in immigration enforcement between the U.S.-Mexico border and the U.S. interior ^[2]. The lack of regular releases of deportation numbers by ICE also limits the understanding of the situation ^[2].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original statement may be misleading due to its broad nature and lack of specificity ^[1]. The question does not account for the complexities of immigration policies and enforcement, which may lead to oversimplification or misinterpretation of the data ^[2]. The Trump administration and its supporters may benefit from the lack of transparency in deportation numbers, as it allows them to claim success in immigration enforcement without providing concrete evidence ^[3]. On the other hand, immigrant advocacy groups may be negatively impacted by the lack of clear information, as it hinders their ability to provide accurate support and resources to affected communities ^[1]. The media and fact-checking organizations, such as NBC News, may also be affected by the limited availability of data, which can restrict their ability to provide comprehensive and accurate reporting ^[2].