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Local Law Enforcement Recruitment Crisis

The existing recruitment and retention crisis in local law enforcement, exacerbated by ICE's hiring campaign.

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Jan 15, 2026
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How have ICE hiring bonuses affected retention rates at local sheriff's offices since 2025?

ICE’s aggressive 2025–2026 hiring campaign — featuring up to $50,000 signing bonuses, expanded student loan repayment and other incentives — has materially increased attrition pressure on some local s...