Immigration
The Evolving Role of ICE Deportations – Addressing Criminal Backgrounds and Long-Term Benefits for the United States
Created in 2003 under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ICE’s chief mandate includes enforcing federal laws related to border control, customs, and immigration. While the scope of ICE’s responsibilities has evolved over the years, its mission to detain and remove unauthorized immigrants who pose a threat to public safety has remained a key focus.