DHS transfers FEMA staff to ICE amid hurricane season
Share this @internewscast.com


The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is temporarily transferring personnel from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) just ahead of the peak of hurricane season as it seeks to speed hiring for immigration officers.

DHS is detailing roughly 100 people from FEMA’s human resources and security teams to help process applicants at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) amid a bid to hire 10,000 extra officers.

“Under President Trump’s leadership and through the One Big Beautiful Bill, DHS is adopting an all-hands-on-deck strategy to recruit 10,000 new ICE agents. To support this effort, select FEMA employees will temporarily be detailed to ICE for 90 days to assist with hiring and vetting,” DHS said in a statement.

“Their deployment will NOT disrupt FEMA’s critical operations. FEMA remains fully prepared for Hurricane Season.”

The Washington Post first reported the move, which it said would impact roughly half of FEMA’s human resources team.

It’s not unusual for departments to detail employees from one agency to another, and ICE has previously helped with hurricane response. But usually such assignments are voluntary and not in the weeks when hurricane season is expected to accelerate.

FEMA’s human resources staff in particular serve a critical role alongside its security staff as the agency looks to swiftly hire local staff to respond to disasters.

FEMA is already down roughly 2,000 staffers both as the Trump administration culls the federal workforce and as employees flee the agency amid signals from the White House it plans to dismantle or otherwise reorganize the agency and leave more responsibility for disaster response to the states.

Meanwhile, DHS is speeding ahead with plans to hire additional ICE officers, announcing Wednesday it would scrap existing age limits.

Those interested in working as deportation officers at ICE must currently apply to do so before turning 40, while those seeking to do investigations must do so before turning 37.

“We are ENDING the age cap for ICE law enforcement,” Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Wednesday. “Qualified candidates can now apply with no age limit.”

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

George Santos Considers Restitution for Fraud Victims Amid Ongoing Controversy

Former Republican Congressman George Santos, recently released from federal prison following a…

Step Back in Time: Las Vegas to Unveil World’s First Retro Theme Park Experience

Las Vegas is set to welcome a unique theme park experience, RetroEscapes,…

Watch: Unexpected Alligator Encounter in Orlando Apartment Hallway!

ORLANDO, Fla. – In an unusual turn of events on Tuesday night,…

Yoders Country Market Implements Rounding Policy to Nearest Nickel

BULLS GAP, Tenn. (WJHL) — Shoppers using cash at Yoders Country Market…

Columbia County Arrest Sparks Urgent Action Against Human Sex Trafficking in the CSRA

AUGUSTA, Ga. – An Augusta woman finds herself behind bars following serious…

Texas Governor Mobilizes State Guard to Tackle Homeless Camp Cleanup

In a recent announcement from Austin, Texas Governor Greg Abbott revealed that…

Fugitive Apprehended in Sanford: Key Arrest in Months-Long Homicide Investigation

SANFORD, Fla. – A suspect in a murder case that took place…

Tune In at 9:30 p.m.: Florida’s Coast Set for Spectacular SpaceX Rocket Launch

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – On Wednesday, SpaceX is set to embark on…

USDA Reopens Field Offices, Bringing Much-Needed Support to Farmers

As the government shutdown persists, a glimmer of relief is emerging for…

Reviving History: Discover the 21-Year Journey to Restore Monticello’s Hidden Treasures

MONTICELLO, Ill. — After years of dedication, one man’s passion project in…

Celebrating 15 Years: Illini Service Dogs Continue to Transform Lives

URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — A unique group at the University of Illinois…

ICE Opens Doors for 40+ Healthcare Professionals: Apply Now for Rewarding Careers!

The Department of Homeland Security is actively recruiting for over 40 medical…