Special agents with Homeland Security Investigations, the investigative arm of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, lead a man away from Fresh Mark in Salem, Ohio, on Tuesday. The mass arrests were the result of the second such large-scale raid this month. Photo: Times Caribbean

Caribbean Nationals Breakdown

Below is a list of English-speaking Caribbean nations and their respective totals of non-detained individuals with final orders of removal:

Graph: Caribbean Nationals with Final Orders of Removal

A bar chart illustrating these figures from the highest to lowest provides a clearer perspective:

• Jamaica stands out with the highest number, followed by Trinidad and Tobago and Guyana.
• Smaller nations like St. Kitts-Nevis and Dominica contribute lower but notable numbers.

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Key Observations

1. Jamaica’s Dominance: Jamaica’s figure of 5,120 significantly surpasses other Caribbean nations, reflecting its sizeable diaspora in the U.S.
2. Trinidad and Guyana: These countries round out the top three, indicating their strong representation in migration patterns.
3. Smaller Nations: While contributing fewer individuals, smaller Caribbean nations still have notable representation on the list.

Challenges in Deportation

ICE has cited multiple reasons for delays or inability to deport individuals despite final orders, including:

• Legal protections under international conventions.
• Diplomatic or logistical challenges.
• Lack of travel documents from home countries.

The data underscores the complexity of U.S. immigration enforcement and the significant impact on Caribbean nationals, particularly from countries with longstanding migration ties to the U.S.

This release has reignited debates on immigration policies and their effects on Caribbean communities across the United States.