French tech giant Capgemini to sell US subsidiary working for ICE

French tech giant Capgemini will sell its US subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions, due to controversy surrounding its contract with ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). The subsidiary has been providing "skip tracing services" to ICE since December 18, locating individuals for enforcement and removal operations, with payments expected to exceed $4.8 million. Capgemini stated it had not been able to ensure alignment with group objectives within the subsidiary. The decision follows increased scrutiny of ICE practices, including recent fatal shootings involving immigration agents, and pressure from French lawmakers. Capgemini's CEO acknowledged awareness of the contract's nature through public sources, prompting concerns about its alignment with the company's typical business.

French IT company Capgemini will sell its US subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions (CGS), following scrutiny over CGS's contract with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The decision comes after French lawmakers, including the Finance Minister, raised concerns about ICE's tactics. Capgemini cited legal constraints in the US that prevented appropriate control over CGS's operations and alignment with the group's objectives. The divestment process will begin immediately. Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat stated the company recently became aware of the nature of the ICE contract, awarded in December 2025. CGS accounts for a small portion of Capgemini's overall revenue.

French lawmakers are demanding answers from Capgemini, a French multinational tech company, regarding a multimillion-dollar contract its US subsidiary signed with ICE (US Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in December. The contract involves providing "skip tracing" services to locate migrants for ICE's detention and removal operations, with potential bonuses for successful identifications. The deal has sparked outrage in France, with ministers and MPs expressing concerns about potential human rights violations and calling for greater transparency. Capgemini has acknowledged the contract but stated it hasn't yet taken effect. Public documents reveal Capgemini has multiple contracts with ICE, including managing a hotline for victims of crimes committed by foreigners.

International companies are facing scrutiny for their business dealings with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following fatal shootings by federal immigration authorities in Minnesota. Roland Lescure, the French minister of finance and economy, is seeking answers from Capgemini, a French company, regarding a $4.8 million contract its U.S. subsidiary has with the Department of Homeland Security for skip tracing services. The contract, which helps ICE track down foreign nationals, has raised concerns in France, prompting calls for transparency and a review of the company's activities. Capgemini's CEO stated the subsidiary operates independently and the contract is under review, but the French minister deemed the response insufficient, emphasizing companies' responsibility for their subsidiaries' actions.