The Trump Administration has significantly increased recruitment for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), adding around 10,000 new employees through incentives like $50,000 signing bonuses and student loan assistance. However, concerns have arisen regarding the vetting process, as an AI error led to unqualified hires and a lack of thorough background checks. A recent incident involving the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE officer has heightened public distrust, with questions about the qualifications of new recruits. A journalist’s experience applying without proper documentation highlighted potential risks, raising alarms about who is being entrusted with immigration enforcement.
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