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ICE expands enforcement tools and protections amid immigration crackdown

The Trump administration moves to boost ICE's enforcement capacity, from a multimillion-dollar shock-glove purchase to liability insurance for deputized local police.

2 stories14 sourcesUpdated Aug 18, 2026

In this storyline:United States Department of Homeland Security American Civil Liberties Union Donald John Trump Kristi Noem United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement

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Aug 18, 2026
ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on CTG-5 shock gloves for distraction and de-escalation, drawing criticism from civil liberties groups.
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Aug 17, 2026
ICE proposes subsidizing liability insurance up to $500,000 for local officers deputized under 287(g) partnerships to expand immigration enforcement.
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ICE Plans Up to $20 Million Shock-Glove Purchase

ICE plans to spend up to $20 million on CTG-5 G.L.O.V.E. electric shock gloves described as conductive distraction and de-escalation devices, with deployment across Homeland Security Investigations and Enforcement and Removal Operations expected by 2027, while officials have not fully explained usage policies or safeguards. Civil liberties groups and human rights advocates warn the gloves could be misused or amount to torture, citing training gaps and concerns about increased force in immigration enforcement.

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ICE plans liability insurance for local police

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ICE proposed subsidizing liability insurance for state and local officers deputized to enforce federal immigration laws, covering up to $500,000 in personal liability with officers reimbursed up to $250 annually. The plan, touted to expand 287(g) partnerships and reduce hurdles for local departments, faces criticism that it could shield officers from accountability and details on implementation and costs remain unclear.

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