Donald Trump used his Truth Social account to highlight Secretary Markwayne Mullin's first 100 days running the Department of Homeland Security, sharing what was described as an exclusive report claiming deportations have surged and that 2026 numbers are on course to leave 2025 figures far behind.
The Post in Detail
Trump's post cited an exclusive report headlined "Secretary Mullin at 100-Day Mark at DHS: 'Deportations Are Way Up,' 2026 Stats Set to Outpace 'Well Past' 2025 Numbers." The post frames the jump in deportations as a major milestone under Mullin's leadership and presents it as evidence that the administration's immigration enforcement drive is delivering results.
Background
According to news reports, Trump removed Kristi Noem as DHS secretary in March 2026 and named Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin as her replacement. The Senate confirmed Mullin that same month. His tenure has not been without friction: in June 2026, reports emerged that Mullin declined to commit to complying with court orders, drawing significant criticism over the rule of law. Before his confirmation, some expert groups had also raised questions about his suitability for the role.
The Broader Immigration Push
The claimed rise in deportations under Mullin reflects the Trump administration's wider strategy of aggressive immigration enforcement. By asserting that 2026 deportation statistics will surpass 2025 numbers by a wide margin, the administration is framing Mullin's tenure as a success story in delivering on its immigration campaign promises.
