Dean Cain aims to support US immigration enforcement by becoming an ICE agent amid a recruitment push to bolster staffing levels.
Dean Cain Announces Plans to Join ICE as Deportation Agent
Dean Cain Announces Plans to Join ICE as Deportation Agent
Former Superman Actor Promotes Recruitment Drive for Immigration Agency
Former "Superman" star Dean Cain has made headlines with his recent announcement to join the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. In an interview, Cain, who already serves as a sworn law enforcement officer, shared his plans, stating, "I will be sworn in as an ICE agent ASAP." His announcement follows a proactive recruitment campaign initiated by ICE, which seeks to increase its personnel as part of the Trump administration's intensified deportation strategies.
Cain, known for his role in the beloved 1990s TV series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," is advocating for others to join the ranks of ICE. He has already released a promotional recruitment video encouraging individuals to apply for various positions within the agency, as it aims to recruit an additional 10,000 staff to meet growing demands for deportation protocols and immigration enforcement.
In a segment on Fox News, Cain elaborated on his motivations for joining ICE: "I put out a recruitment video yesterday – I'm actually a sworn deputy sheriff and a reserve police officer. People have to step up. I'm stepping up. Hopefully, a whole bunch of other former officers, former ICE agents will step up, and we'll meet those recruitment goals immediately." As part of this effort, ICE is offering recruitment bonuses of up to $50,000 and student loan assistance to new hires.
The recruitment push is fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump's aim to expedite deportations to an unprecedented rate of one million per year. Since his administration began, ICE has undertaken aggressive immigration raids across the country, leading to significant protests from critics who allege that the measures are unlawful.
In past weeks, the DHS has reported an overwhelming response to the recruitment drive, with more than 80,000 applicants vying for the 10,000 available positions. Efforts have included the removal of age restrictions on applicants and the deployment of recruitment materials reminiscent of World War II posters, adorned with slogans such as "America Needs You."
ICE currently employs around 20,000 officers and support staff across its 400 offices nationwide. The agency's enhanced budget, part of a sweeping spending bill recently ratified by President Trump, supports these recruitment ambitions, establishing ICE as one of the highest funded federal law enforcement agencies.
Cain, known for his role in the beloved 1990s TV series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," is advocating for others to join the ranks of ICE. He has already released a promotional recruitment video encouraging individuals to apply for various positions within the agency, as it aims to recruit an additional 10,000 staff to meet growing demands for deportation protocols and immigration enforcement.
In a segment on Fox News, Cain elaborated on his motivations for joining ICE: "I put out a recruitment video yesterday – I'm actually a sworn deputy sheriff and a reserve police officer. People have to step up. I'm stepping up. Hopefully, a whole bunch of other former officers, former ICE agents will step up, and we'll meet those recruitment goals immediately." As part of this effort, ICE is offering recruitment bonuses of up to $50,000 and student loan assistance to new hires.
The recruitment push is fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump's aim to expedite deportations to an unprecedented rate of one million per year. Since his administration began, ICE has undertaken aggressive immigration raids across the country, leading to significant protests from critics who allege that the measures are unlawful.
In past weeks, the DHS has reported an overwhelming response to the recruitment drive, with more than 80,000 applicants vying for the 10,000 available positions. Efforts have included the removal of age restrictions on applicants and the deployment of recruitment materials reminiscent of World War II posters, adorned with slogans such as "America Needs You."
ICE currently employs around 20,000 officers and support staff across its 400 offices nationwide. The agency's enhanced budget, part of a sweeping spending bill recently ratified by President Trump, supports these recruitment ambitions, establishing ICE as one of the highest funded federal law enforcement agencies.
