A recent report by Latinoamérica21 highlights concerns over potentially underreported numbers of Brazilian migrants deported from the United States. In 2025, Brazilian media widely circulated images of Brazilian citizens arriving on charter flights after deportation. Researchers Gustavo Dias and Julio D’Angelo Davies are investigating the gap between official figures released by Brazilian Federal Police and other agencies, and the actual number of deportees. The investigation aims to determine how many deportations are not being accurately accounted for in official statistics. The report suggests a possible lack of comprehensive tracking of deported individuals. This raises questions about the support and reintegration services available to returning migrants. Further analysis is underway to understand the full scope of the discrepancies.