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Less-lethal Weapons

ICE training on less-lethal weapons and devices

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Feb 3, 2026

How has ICE procurement of rifles and tactical gear changed since 2021 and which contractors have received the largest contracts?

’s spending on rifles, ammunition, and tactical gear has risen sharply since 2021, shifting from relatively modest recurring buys to large, sometimes single-vendor awards for helmets, sniper systems, ...

Jan 10, 2026

Are ICE agents trained in defensive tactics, firearms, and less-lethal tools such as tasers and batons?

ICE trains its officers on defensive tactics, firearms, and a range of intermediate or "less-lethal" weapons: agency doctrine, instructor certifications, and federal oversight explicitly require train...