WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he plans to nominate Lance Schroyer to serve as the next director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Taking to social media, Trump highlighted Schroyer’s background, writing, “Lance has over 29 YEARS of Law Enforcement experience in Oklahoma.” The president also urged lawmakers to act quickly, adding, “The Senate must CONFIRM Lance, IMMEDIATELY — Do not delay.”
The nomination comes after years of ICE operating under leaders serving in a temporary “acting” capacity. The last time the agency had a director formally confirmed by the Senate was in early 2017.
Since returning to office last year, Trump has placed immigration enforcement at the top of his agenda. However, civil rights organizations have pushed back, arguing that the administration’s enforcement tactics infringe on civil liberties and have created a climate of fear — particularly for ethnic minority communities.
ICE has played a central role in that enforcement push, carrying out immigration detentions and deportation efforts across the country. The agency drew intense national scrutiny in January after ICE agents fatally shot two American citizens in Minnesota — Alex Pretti and Renee Good — an incident that triggered widespread protests.
The president has defended the immigration crackdown, stating its goal is to reduce illegal immigration and strengthen national security.
