By John Q. Hosedrinker 
After attending an ICE recruitment expo, the author, despite an obvious lack of support for ICE, was surprisingly offered a job. Although the author’s background indicated a clear misalignment with ICE’s goals, they were seemingly overlooked during the application process. This suggests serious flaws in ICE’s recruitment process. The author declined the offer, but the incident raises serious questions about the agency’s ability to properly screen potential employees and its overall effectiveness.
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You’ve Heard About Who ICE Is Recruiting. The Truth Is Far Worse. I’m the Proof. It’s time to delve into something genuinely unsettling, something that underscores the chilling reality of how ICE, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is operating. The picture being painted isn’t just a matter of who they’re hiring; it’s a stark revelation of the kind of individuals they actively seek out, and the alarming lack of scrutiny they employ.
The narrative often starts with the notion that ICE is simply recruiting, and it’s a given that they will find candidates. However, the comments suggest this recruitment process is far more insidious. One comment suggests that the agency will “ram the people through,” skipping standard tests and accelerating the hiring process to an almost unbelievable degree. This isn’t just about streamlining; it’s about actively lowering the bar. The lack of candidates isn’t the issue, but rather the quality of those that remain. The implication is that ICE is attracting people who are not only ill-suited for the role, but potentially dangerous.
The idea that ICE is attracting specific individuals is reinforced by several comments. There is an undercurrent of the recruitment of those with right-wing leaning ideologies and even members of groups like the Proud Boys or those who align with J6. Comments suggest a disturbing trend where these individuals are actively sought out, creating a potential for bias and abuse of power within the agency. There is an undercurrent of the agency welcoming hate. The notion that “every hateful and vile human is welcome,” paints a picture of a toxic work environment and an agency that is likely perpetuating harmful practices.
The comments repeatedly point to a severe lack of due diligence in the screening process. Multiple people within the thread recount their own experiences to attest to this. It’s a system where even basic HR protocols are allegedly being ignored. This lack of oversight has a ripple effect, potentially allowing convicted domestic abusers, individuals with ties to white supremacist groups, and even those with histories of violence into positions of authority. The idea that ICE is skipping background checks and fast-tracking applicants is horrifying, especially when considering the sensitive nature of their work.
The chilling statement, “Some people are subject to due process,” offered by an ICE agent during a recruiting event, speaks volumes. It implies that ICE, at least in the minds of some within the agency, believes it can selectively deny due process, a fundamental constitutional right. This is not only a fundamental misunderstanding of the law, but a dangerous mindset for those tasked with enforcing it. The lack of understanding is particularly alarming.
The anecdotal evidence shared throughout the comments is perhaps the most damning. Stories of being offered jobs without applying, and a rapid, unchecked push to get people hired, highlight a chaotic and desperate attempt to fill positions. One former candidate describes a rapid series of emails, essentially demanding they accept a job offer, illustrating a process devoid of genuine vetting.
Perhaps the most harrowing example comes from the individual who recounts the story of a childhood acquaintance. This person, with a history of repeated firings from multiple law enforcement positions, somehow landed a job with ICE. The individual’s association with hateful ideologies further underscored the alarming trend of ICE hiring individuals with questionable backgrounds and potentially dangerous beliefs. This real-life illustration provides undeniable proof of the agency’s willingness to overlook red flags and hire anyone, regardless of their qualifications or ideologies.
The comments also reflect on a deeper level. The recruiting process reveals a mindset that is far from promoting justice and fairness. The notion that ICE agents would view those who offer to assist people with potential criminal charges as an antagonistic element is disturbing. The agent’s attitude toward “dirty lib cities” and the willingness to use force against protesters only emphasizes the culture of hostility and aggression that seems to be cultivated within the agency.
The overall sentiment is one of deep concern and a growing sense of alarm. The comments paint a picture of an agency that is not only failing to uphold its legal and ethical obligations but is actively facilitating the influx of individuals with harmful intentions. The truth isn’t just that ICE is recruiting; the truth is that ICE is recruiting individuals that have the potential to engage in abusive practices.