DOT: 30 Dead in 17 Crashes by Noncitizen Commercial Drivers
Thirty people died in 17 semi-truck crashes caused by noncitizen commercial truck drivers in 2025, according to the Department of Transportation. Prior to 2025, the immigration status of a commercial truck driver was mostly not recorded in crash reports, court filings, or news coverage. This article examines how those gaps matter for safety, enforcement, and...