ICE Acting Director Resigns Amid Record-Breaking Government Shutdown
April 17, 2026 • Google News World
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons has announced his intention to resign, effective in May. According to reports, Lyons will be leaving the Trump administration after serving as head of ICE for approximately one year.
Lyons’ resignation comes amid a record-breaking shutdown of ICE operations. The agency has been facing criticism and controversy over its enforcement policies and treatment of migrants.
In an interview with The Boston Globe, Lyons stated that he plans to step down from his position in May. No specific reasons were given for his decision to leave the agency.
The news of Lyons’ resignation was reported by various media outlets, including NPR, The New York Times, and CNN.
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