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Meanwhile, the Trump administration recently lifted the age cap on ICE recruitment, aiming to accelerate the hiring of more personnel. The goal is ambitious: to deploy up to 10,000 new agents, with some estimates suggesting they aim to deport up to a million people annually—an unprecedented target in immigration history.
Recruitment Drive and Funding Boost
This policy change is part of a broader surge in funding and resources dedicated to immigration enforcement. Former ICE officials report that many applicants are eager to join the ranks, with numerous former agents ready to re-enter service. By relaxing requirements—such as age limits and training prerequisites—the administration seeks to fill the workforce rapidly, addressing shortages and scaling up deportation efforts.