Trump’s border czar probes possible vetting failures after ICE shooting
Summary
President Donald Trump’s border official is reviewing how an ICE officer involved in a deadly shooting in Maine was vetted, after family members said the officer had mental health and violence issues. ICE has started requiring body cameras during vehicle stops to record interactions, amid concerns about training and tactics as the agency carries out Trump’s immigration policies.Key Facts
- An ICE officer shot and killed a Colombian man in Maine.
- The officer’s family revealed he had serious mental health problems and violent behavior.
- ICE’s vetting process and training are under internal review.
- Tom Homan, Trump’s border czar, said if the issues are true, the officer should not have passed vetting.
- ICE now requires at least one body camera to be used during all vehicle stops.
- Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin briefly paused vehicle stops after the shooting but President Trump ordered them to continue.
- Lawmakers from both parties have expressed concern about ICE use of force and vetting procedures.
- There have been 56 complaints of excessive force against ICE officers; most investigations are ongoing, with few disciplinary actions taken so far.
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