To meet its hiring goals, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been allowing recruits with incomplete background checks into its training program. Sources revealed that some recruits dismissed during the hiring surge had failed drug tests, possessed criminal histories, or didn’t meet physical or academic standards, despite the agency’s assertion that the vast majority of new hires are experienced law enforcement officers. Internal data indicates that over 200 recruits have been dismissed since the summer hiring surge. While the Department of Homeland Security disputes the accuracy of these figures, this development raises concerns about potential compromises in vetting processes.
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The USDA, after offering over 15,000 employees paid leave in exchange for resignation, is now actively recruiting to fill critical positions. Secretary Rollins acknowledged that the process wasn’t perfect and that some employees who left may be invited back, despite initial claims that key positions weren’t included in the second round of departures. However, conflicting accounts exist regarding the participation of certain agencies, like APHIS, in the second round of the deferred resignation program. Rollins maintains that no APHIS employees participated, despite employee testimonies to the contrary. The USDA is addressing the situation and working to resolve the discrepancies.
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ICE Barbie’s DHS: Training Criminals as Agents
To meet its hiring goals, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been allowing recruits with incomplete background checks into its training program. Sources revealed that some recruits dismissed during the hiring surge had failed drug tests, possessed criminal histories, or didn’t meet physical or academic standards, despite the agency’s assertion that the vast majority of new hires are experienced law enforcement officers. Internal data indicates that over 200 recruits have been dismissed since the summer hiring surge. While the Department of Homeland Security disputes the accuracy of these figures, this development raises concerns about potential compromises in vetting processes.
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USDA Replaces 15,000 Employees With 73, Sparking Concerns Over Efficiency and Political Motivation
The USDA, after offering over 15,000 employees paid leave in exchange for resignation, is now actively recruiting to fill critical positions. Secretary Rollins acknowledged that the process wasn’t perfect and that some employees who left may be invited back, despite initial claims that key positions weren’t included in the second round of departures. However, conflicting accounts exist regarding the participation of certain agencies, like APHIS, in the second round of the deferred resignation program. Rollins maintains that no APHIS employees participated, despite employee testimonies to the contrary. The USDA is addressing the situation and working to resolve the discrepancies.
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