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New York Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- New York Post
ICE to rollout bold, new cars emblazoned with agency's name, logo
This will blow ICE's cover. Immigration agents who have long gone undercover to make arrests across the country will soon be rolling in vehicles boldly emblazoned with the agency's logo — leaving agents furious and scared for their lives. The new fleet will be dark blue with 'ICE' plastered in giant, yellow letters across the side, along with the phrase 'defend the homeland' in all-caps, a photo obtained by The Post shows. Advertisement The vehicles are expected to be rolled out in Washington, DC, imminently, sources said. They will then be gradually deployed across the country. 3 New ICE vehicle's are marked with the words 'Defend the Homeland.' Obtained by NY Post 'Obviously, we're going to need additional vehicles as we build out our workforce, so there'll be some marked vehicles from here in DC and around the country,' an ICE insider told The Post. Advertisement But agents — who are dealing with a 1,000% increase in assaults by illegal immigrants and anti-ICE activists — say they're concerned this will further expose them to dangerous threats. 'It's like having a bullseye,' said one ICE source. 'This will only raise officer-involved incidents in the streets because people will target the vehicles,' said another agency source, adding that agitators have already successfully 'impeded operations.' The sources described scary incidents where activists have slashed tires and hurled projectiles at their cars. Advertisement 3 ICE agents detain a man in Chicago. The Washington Post via Getty Images Agents already wear masks to shield their identities and dress in street clothes while making arrests — a practice that has come under scrutiny as the Trump administration ramps up its mass deportation effort. 'They won't let us do our jobs,' a source explained of the anti-ICE agitators. DHS didn't immediately respond to The Post's request for comment. Advertisement 3 ICE agents make arrests outside New York City court rooms. Michael Nigro/Pacific Press/Shutterstock It is not clear how many vehicles ICE will deploy nationwide or how much the new fleet will cost. It is also unclear who greenlit the bold, new cars. The fleet will be used in arrest operations but will not be utilized in undercover surveillance missions that are often conducted before an illegal immigrant target is collared, an ICE insider said. The imminent rollout of the new SUVs in DC comes as President Trump seized control of the city's police department in an effort to crack down on crime in the nation's capital. 'We are here with a large presence in DC following the president's announcement on Monday… we have additional officers and teams here in DC for the foreseeable future. You will be seeing a larger presence around the city as we make DC safe again,' said an ICE insider. On Wednesday night, immigration agents with the agency set up a checkpoint on 14th Street in Northwest DC that quickly drew a crowd of unruly protesters. 'Why are you here? You are trying to arrest innocent people? What's your purpose? What's your goal? What's the motive? Why won't you show your face? Do you look yourself in the mirror and think 'I did a good job today?'' one protester was heard yelling at officers, according to Fox News. Some of the demonstrators were also heard encouraging drivers to 'turn left' to avoid the checkpoint altogether, the outlet reported.
Hindustan Times
31-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Did Trump approve student loan forgiveness for ICE agents? Here's the truth
President Donald Trump and the Department of Homeland Security announced that the administration is now offering new Immigration and Customs Enforcement recruits a whopping signing bonus of up to $50,000. The incentives don't end there. The DHS, in its press release, stated that student loan forgiveness is also on offer. This comes as Trump plans to hire 10,000 new ICE agents and deport a million people a year. Donald Trump, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visit a medical tent (REUTERS) 'Your country is calling you to serve at ICE. In the wake of the Biden administration's failed immigration policies, your country needs dedicated men and women of ICE to get the worst of the worst criminals out of our country,' Secretary Kristi Noem said earlier this week. Read More: Trump's East Wing ballroom could cost $200 million; first white house photos out 'This is a defining moment in our nation's history. Your skills, your experience, and your courage have never been more essential. Together, we must defend the homeland.' The DHS has secured major funding from President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill', which was signed earlier this month. The department on Tuesday launched a new ICE campaign titled 'Defend the Homeland'. It featured posters of Trump and Noem along with pay benefits. 'The funding from President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill will play a key role in fulfilling his promise to the American people to deport criminal illegal aliens,' White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson said in a statement. Read More: On Donald Trump's 'dead economies' remark, ex-Russia president's 'Dead Hand' comeback The ICE is offering a 'robust package' of federal law enforcement incentives, including: A maximum $50,000 signing bonus Student loan repayment and forgiveness options 25% Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) for HSI Special Agents Administratively Uncontrollable Overtime (AUI) for Enforcement Removal Operations (ERO) Deportation Officers Enhanced retirement benefits 'Recruitment materials will be distributed across major cities nationwide, college campuses, job fairs, and law enforcement networks beginning this week. ICE encourages Americans with a commitment to public safety, national service, and upholding the rule of law to apply today to jumpstart a fulfilling career in federal law enforcement,' the DHS said in its press release.
Politico
30-07-2025
- Business
- Politico
DHS' new ICE recruitment strategy: 50K signing bonuses, student loan forgiveness and Trump posters
The agency, suddenly flush with cash, is looking to meet President Donald Trump's goal of hiring 10,000 new ICE agents and deporting a million people a year. The GOP domestic policy package allocated $170 billion for immigration and border efforts, a major shot in the arm for the White House's ambitious deportation agenda. |By Gregory Svirnovskiy 07/30/2025 03:12 PM EDT The Department of Homeland Security is offering new Immigration and Customs Enforcement recruits signing bonuses of up to $50,000 and student loan forgiveness, as the agency — suddenly flush with cash — seeks to meet President Donald Trump's goal of hiring 10,000 new ICE agents and deporting a million people a year. With the help of major funding from the megabill Trump signed into law this month, DHS on Tuesday launched a new ICE campaign titled 'Defend the Homeland,' with recruitment posters featuring Trump and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, along with pay benefits aimed at drawing 'the next generation of law enforcement professionals to find, arrest, and remove criminal illegal aliens,' the agency said in a press statement announcing the effort. The GOP domestic policy package allocated $170 billion for immigration and border efforts, a major shot in the arm for the White House's ambitious deportation agenda. But ICE will need to ramp up hiring to meet the administration's lofty goals.
Epoch Times
30-07-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
ICE Looking to Hire Personnel, Offers $50,000 Signing Bonus
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has launched a recruitment drive to hire 'brave and heroic Americans' for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to tackle illegal immigration, the DHS said in a July 29 statement. The 'Defend the Homeland' recruitment initiative aims to hire individuals as federal law enforcement agents and remove 'the worst of the worst criminal illegal aliens from America's streets,' the statement said.
Mint
30-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
White House Deputy Stephen Miller announces $50,000 joining, retention bonus for new employees amid DHS hiring drive
White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller and homeland security advisor Stephen Miller has announced a $50,000 signing and retention bonus for new hires of the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. 'Up to 50K signing and retention bonus for new hires,' he wrote in a post on X. Miller's offer comes hours after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which oversees illegal immigration matters, launched a new major recruitment campaign on Tuesday. Launching the campaign, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem requested participation from everyone to 'serve' the country as her department's mass deportation drive continues. 'Your country is calling you to serve at @ICEgov. In the wake of the Biden administration's failed immigration policies, your country needs dedicated men and women of ICE to get the worst of the worst criminals out of our country,' she said in a post on X. The US also launched a 'Defend the Homeland' campaign with posters featuring key government figures including President Donald Trump and Noem herself. 'This is a defining moment in our nation's history. Your skills, your experience, and your courage have never been more essential. Together, we must defend the homeland,' she said. The ICE recruiting webpage also featured the mass recruitment drive, with a cartoon of 'Uncle Sam'. 'Your country is calling upon you to serve,' the text on the website reads. The job postings page of the ICE website mentions it requires staff in three areas — deportation officer, criminal investigator and general attorney. 'The Trump Administration is fully committed to supporting the dedicated law enforcement professionals who secure our borders, shield our communities, and protect our national security and public safety. This is a pivotal moment in our country's history, and your experience and expertise are vitally needed,' as per the website. Since starting his second term in January, Republican President Donald Trump has pursued a broad crackdown on immigration. In a latest, An Afghan who moved to the United States after working for the US military in his home country was seized by armed, masked immigration agents, put in a van and taken out of state, attorneys and members of Congress said on Tuesday.
