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What's Happening with ICE Hiring?

Major Expansion Plans Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act signed on July 4, 2025, ICE is set to add about 10,000 new employees over the next five years. That would grow the workforce from roughly 20,000 to about 30,000 officers and support staff

This anticipated increase represents a 50% staffing boost, making it one of the largest expansions in the agency's history

Massive Budget Bump ICE is receiving unprecedented funding—including nearly $76.5 billion in overall agency spending and $29.9 billion earmarked specifically for hiring and deportations

In total, DHS immigration enforcement funding reaches upwards of $170 billion, making ICE the most heavily funded law enforcement agency in the U.S