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ICE Stands Firm Amid Criticism Over Deportation Tactics

2/12/2026

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Todd Lyons, acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, defended ICE at the hearing.
He asserted ICE would not be intimidated while pursuing U.S. President Donald Trump’s mass deportation plans.
Democrats criticized ICE tactics as oppressive, while Republicans argued the enforcement is necessary for national security.
Lyons said ICE would continue operations amid backlash and investigations.

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Story summary

Todd Lyons, acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, defended ICE at the hearing.
He asserted ICE would not be intimidated while pursuing U.S. President Donald Trump’s mass deportation plans.
Democrats criticized ICE tactics as oppressive, while Republicans argued the enforcement is necessary for national security.
Lyons said ICE would continue operations amid backlash and investigations.