Since returning to the White House in 2025, President Donald Trump has ramped up immigration detention, with private contractors operating much of the required infrastructure – and reaping hundreds of millions of dollars in Immigration and Customs Enforcement contracts after making significant contributions to the president’s political operations.
Federal contracting data shows that a small group ...
This article highlights the unprecedented reliance on private companies for immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump's administration, with major private prison companies receiving billions in ICE contracts and charter aviation companies securing substantial contracts as well. The surge in deportation flights is noteworthy, with CSI Aviation receiving a significant contract in 2026. Additionally, the article suggests a potential conflict of interest due to political contributions mad...