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ICE Misconduct Investigations Surge Amid Controversial Shootings

2/13/2026

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Todd Lyons, acting ICE Director, testified there are 37 investigations into officer misconduct, with 18 closed and 19 pending.
The hearings followed Minneapolis incidents in which immigration officers shot two U.S. citizens, prompting scrutiny of tactics and DHS transparency amid oversight cuts.
Critics note new recruits receive 42 days of training, down from 75 days.
Sen. Ruben Gallego expressed concern over mishandling of weapons and excessive use of force.

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Story summary

Todd Lyons, acting ICE Director, testified there are 37 investigations into officer misconduct, with 18 closed and 19 pending.
The hearings followed Minneapolis incidents in which immigration officers shot two U.S. citizens, prompting scrutiny of tactics and DHS transparency amid oversight cuts.
Critics note new recruits receive 42 days of training, down from 75 days.
Sen. Ruben Gallego expressed concern over mishandling of weapons and excessive use of force.