Ice's Weapon Spending Soars 700% Under Trump Administration | AI News Digest
In a significant political development, recent findings reveal that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has dramatically ramped up its spending on weaponry since the start of Donald Trump’s presidency. Reports show an astonishing 700% increase in expenditures on small arms and related gear this year compared to 2024, totaling over $71 million. This escalation has alarmed critics, who contend that ICE is being transformed into a domestic military force targeting American citizens, particularly in cities with Democratic leadership such as Chicago and Portland. The agency's acquisitions include not just firearms, but also chemical agents and even guided missile warheads, raising serious concerns about its increasing militarization. This surge in funding is part of a larger $170 billion budget for immigration enforcement, which some experts argue signifies a troubling misallocation of federal resources. The situation has ignited protests and heightened calls for greater oversight regarding the deployment of federal forces in civilian contexts.
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