Wednesday, June 03,
2026 - President Donald Trump’s administration has sharply increased the
number of Kenyans identified for detention and deportation over alleged
immigration violations from 15 to 45 individuals.
The figures, released by the U.S. Department of Homeland
Security (DHS), highlight a growing crackdown on undocumented immigrants
classified as priority cases due to criminal records.
The names appear in a database known as “Worst
of Worst”, launched in December last year to track illegal
immigrants arrested or convicted of crimes across all 50 states.
The online portal publishes details including mugshots,
countries of origin and offences committed.
A review of the database shows the 45 Kenyans are linked to
serious crimes ranging from drug trafficking, armed robbery, homicide and
assault.
Other offences cited include aggravated assault with a
weapon, terror-related threats, money laundering, cheque forgery, fraud, violation
of court orders and receiving stolen property.
Some have also been accused or convicted of driving under
the influence, domestic violence and attempting to evade prosecution.
DHS officials said the database was created to enhance
transparency and provide public information on undocumented immigrants arrested
in recent months.
The increase in Kenyans featured on the list comes amid
intensified immigration enforcement under Trump’s administration, which has
seen heightened inspections, arrests and detentions.
To accelerate removals, the U.S. Government has also
introduced a self-deportation mobile application allowing undocumented
immigrants to voluntarily depart before facing arrest.
The program offers financial incentives of up to Ksh387,000
and travel assistance, part of a broader strategy to reduce the undocumented
population while encouraging voluntary compliance.
The Kenyan DAILY POST
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