ICE officers report low morale under Trump immigration push

ICE officers report declining morale and increased workload under the Trump administration's expanded immigration enforcement efforts.

A veteran ICE officer said morale is lower than during the Biden administration, despite Trump's support for immigration enforcement.

An officer hired before the current administration said overwork leads to mistakes, with pressure to quickly arm and badge new recruits.

Some ICE supervisors expressed safety concerns about new recruits lacking completed background checks and security clearances before field assignments.

One officer who voted for Trump described the agency as 'disorganized and chaotic', contrasting with former Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas' perceived appreciation for agents.