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White House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICE

White House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICE

Also reported by ABC News, CBS News

Summary

The White House has withdrawn the nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Schroyer’s nomination was delayed in the Senate and he has no formal ICE experience.

Key Facts

  • Lance Schroyer was nominated less than three months ago to head ICE.
  • Schroyer previously worked as a state trooper in Oklahoma.
  • He advised Senator Markwayne Mullin and worked on his homeland security detail.
  • Critics pointed out Schroyer lacks formal experience in ICE.
  • Senator Rand Paul has not scheduled a hearing for Schroyer’s nomination.
  • The White House gave no reason for withdrawing the nomination.
  • ICE has not had an official director since 2017 and has been led by acting directors, including David Venturella.
  • The Guardian requested more information from the White House on the decision.
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