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Lawmakers demand answers on ICE officer vetting

Democratic members of Congress demanded answers about Homeland Security’s vetting and training of ICE officers after a deadly Maine shooting.
WHO: Rep. Bennie Thompson and other Democratic members of Congress
WHAT: Demanded answers about Homeland Security’s vetting and training of ICE immigration enforcement agents.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 6:43 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: The demand followed disclosure that an ICE officer involved in a deadly Maine shooting had a history of mental health issues and violent behavior.

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