A Shifting Line: ICE's New Rules on Deadly Force Reflect a Changing Reality The recent policy change at US Immigration and Customs Enforcement has sparked little fanfare despite its significant implications for the agency's internal culture and external accountability.
In July, acting Director David Venturella and senior leaders quietly enacted new rules requiring officers involved in deadly force incidents to remain on desk duty until cleared by investigators.
Gone are the days when these officers could return to full patrol duties in as few as three days.