Will ICE Change Under Its New Leader?

Markwayne Mullin, the new homeland security secretary, has signaled he will reshape Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations, though the extent of those changes remains uncertain. Mullin's promises come as ICE faces ongoing scrutiny over detention practices and enforcement priorities that have shifted under different administrations. The direction he takes will significantly affect how the agency conducts immigration enforcement, deportations, and interior operations across the country. His tenure could signal whether the Trump administration pursues more aggressive immigration enforcement or maintains continuity with existing protocols. The specifics of Mullin's ICE strategy are still emerging as the agency adjusts to new leadership priorities.