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ICE personnel incidents

Incidents involving ICE personnel, which are covered in the analyses.

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Feb 1, 2026

how many people have died in ICE custody during the trump administration

A review of the available reporting shows at least 32 people died in custody in calendar year 2025 — the deadliest year for the agency since 2004 — and congressional and watchdog counts indicate 36 de...

Jan 27, 2026

How does DHS define and report 'assaults' on ICE officers, and how have independent audits evaluated those claims?

and claim large percentage increases in “assaults” on ICE officers in recent years, but the underlying counting rules, data sources, and reporting practices are fragmented and have been questioned by ...

Jan 24, 2026

Which media outlets have posted or linked primary court documents (motions, plea agreements, sentencing memoranda) in other ICE facility abuse cases?

National and regional outlets — notably (as cited by ), via , and several local news organizations — have reported using or obtaining primary records in facility abuse cases, while many other outlets ...

Jan 10, 2026

What role does the polygraph play in ICE hiring and background checks?

The polygraph is a tool ICE uses selectively as part of personnel vetting for certain law‑enforcement roles and sensitive hires, not a universal requirement for all applicants . ICE materials describe...

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