Top ICE Official Todd Lyons to Step Down in May

The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed that Todd Lyons, who serves as acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, plans to step down from his role when May concludes.

Lyons has played a central role in carrying out President Donald Trump’s large-scale deportation initiatives throughout his time leading the federal immigration enforcement agency.

Federal officials made the announcement regarding Lyons’ departure, though no immediate replacement has been named for the position.