ICE acting director Todd Lyons will resign at end of May, DHS says

Todd Lyons, the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), will resign at the end of May. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced Lyons' departure, praising his leadership and contributions to American community safety. Lyons, who assumed the role in March 2025, played a key role in executing President Trump's immigration policies. During his tenure, ICE experienced increased funding, expanded hiring and detention capabilities, and a rise in arrests. The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately provide a reason for Lyons' resignation, but Mullin stated that Lyons would be pursuing an opportunity in the private sector.

Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons will step down at the end of May, according to a statement from the Department of Homeland Security. Lyons, who has led the agency since March 2025, is leaving to pursue opportunities in the private sector. His departure follows a turbulent year marked by escalating criticism of ICE's tactics, including fatal shootings and concerns over detention center conditions. Lyons faced scrutiny for defending ICE's actions and policies, including the agency's expansion and the use of masks by officers. He also encountered legal challenges, including a summons from a federal judge regarding compliance with court orders. Public sentiment towards ICE has become increasingly negative during his tenure.