Todd Lyons, director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), pushed back forcefully during a heated congressional hearing on Tuesday. When Rep. Goldman questioned agents’ use of ‘ICE masks,’ Lyons dismissed it as the ‘wrong question,’ staunchly defending his officers’ tactics.
Firm Stance on Enforcement Operations
Lyons affirmed that ICE officers remain undeterred as they execute the president’s mass deportation directives. Testifying alongside directors from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, he confirmed that all operations strictly follow established protocols.
Addressing Criticism with Reforms
Amid ongoing demands for accountability, Lyons highlighted key improvements, including expanded body camera deployment, to enhance transparency in enforcement actions.
