Recent reports indicate that the immigrant population in the United States has dropped for the first time in decades, with claims that as many as 1.6 million undocumented immigrants left the country in the past six months. This unprecedented decline has sparked debate among researchers about the accuracy of these figures, with some suggesting that the actual data may be overstated. The decrease in the foreign-born population, characterized by fears of deportation under the current administration, marks a significant shift in immigration patterns not seen since the 1960s. Secretary Kristi Noem highlighted these numbers as part of a broader effort to implement stricter immigration policies, which critics argue have created a climate of fear among immigrants. As the situation evolves, questions remain regarding the true extent of this change and its implications for immigrant communities across the nation.