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USCIS to Employ Armed Special Agents with Arrest Powers in Immigration Enforcement

Expansion of law enforcement authorities within administrative agencies signals a shift toward more...
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14.24

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  • Impact Level
    Medium
  • Scope Level
    National
  • Last Update
    2025-09-04
Key Impacts
Positive Impacts (6)
Ammunition Producers (e.g., Vista Outdoor/Winchester, Olin Corp.)
Firearms Manufacturers (e.g., Sturm Ruger, Smith & Wesson)
Axon Enterprise Inc.
Body Armor & Protective Gear Suppliers (e.g., 3M ballistic division, Point Blank)
Private Prison & Detention Operators (CoreCivic, GEO Group)
Government IT & Security Contractors (e.g., Leidos, Booz Allen, CACI)
Negative Impacts (2)
Agriculture Industry (labor-intensive crops)
Money Transfer Companies (e.g., Western Union, MoneyGram)
Total impacts: 9 | Positive: 6 | Negative: 2
Event Overview

Expansion of law enforcement authorities within administrative agencies signals a shift toward more aggressive regulatory enforcement. The introduction of armed personnel capable of investigation and prosecution reflects heightened security postures and evolving interpretations of administrative roles in immigration control. Such policy adjustments can escalate inter-agency dynamics, impact public perception of justice and safety, and potentially reshape the balance between civil administration and law enforcement.

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USCIS to Hire Armed Agents with Arrest Powers
2025-08-08 09:08

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is hiring armed agents with arrest powers, marking a significant shift for the agency. The Trump administration announced a final rule, effective 30 days from publication, that authorizes USCIS to add special agents who can investigate, arrest, and prosecute individuals violating U.S. immigration laws. These agents will have the authority to carry firearms, make arrests, and execute search and arrest warrants. USCIS Director Joseph Edlow stated that this move reinforces the agency's role in upholding the integrity of the immigration system and enforcing national laws. The changes are part of broader efforts to enhance enforcement against immigration fraud and support federal law enforcement, including the Joint Terrorism Task Force.

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