ICE fatal shootings raise fear over Trump’s use of federal authority

The article discusses concerns about the expansion and potential politicization of ICE under President Trump. Since 9/11, ICE's budget has significantly increased, particularly after a recent spending package allocated an additional $75 billion, bringing its annual budget to approximately $28 billion. While illegal border crossings have decreased and deportations have increased under Trump, the agency's tactics, including militarized patrols in Democratic-run cities, have drawn criticism. The rapid doubling of ICE agents, coupled with recruitment strategies emphasizing wartime rhetoric and lowered training standards, raises fears about the agency's judgment and potential for abuse of power. The agency's increased budget and expanded authority are raising concerns about the use of federal authority.

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