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DHS Weighs Bounty Hunters for Controversial Deportation Strategy

11/11/2025

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DHS Considers Bounty Hunters

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly considering employing bounty hunters to aid in mass deportation efforts, according to documents obtained by The Intercept.
The Department of Homeland Security has not confirmed the plan, and experts say it could undermine democratic transparency and increase fear among communities.
Immigration agents wearing civilian attire are difficult to identify, adding to confusion surrounding deportation activities.

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Krishnamoorthi Questions Bounty Hunters

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi raised concerns about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement offering bonuses to private bounty hunters for tracking immigrants.
He argues outsourcing could invite abuses and undermine accountability due to minimal oversight.
He warns financial incentives could compromise law enforcement integrity by replacing judgment with quota pressure.
ICE has not addressed his inquiries and says the Request for Information is for planning and does not imply a formal proposal.

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DHS Considers Bounty Hunters

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reportedly considering employing bounty hunters to aid in mass deportation efforts, according to documents obtained by The Intercept.
The Department of Homeland Security has not confirmed the plan, and experts say it could undermine democratic transparency and increase fear among communities.
Immigration agents wearing civilian attire are difficult to identify, adding to confusion surrounding deportation activities.

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