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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is expanding its force by hiring twelve thousand new officers and agents, funded by a seventy-five billion dollar Congressional allocation. However, an Associated Press investigation revealed that some new hires have concerning backgrounds, including multiple bankruptcies, job-hopping, and misconduct claims. Despite ICEs claims of thorough vetting, reporters found red flags in the backgrounds of over forty recent hires. Experts warn that rushed vetting may increase risks of misconduct, bribes, and botched missions. The expansion has also led to concerns about reduced training in force use and rights, particularly for young recruits without degrees. As ICE continues its hiring blitz, questions remain about whether speed is compromising quality and potentially leading to more excessive force cases.

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