US President Donald Trump has nominated former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer to become the next director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the agency responsible for enforcing US immigration laws.
Trump announced the nomination on Saturday, praising Schroyer’s nearly three decades of law enforcement experience and his service as a US Marine.
The president said Schroyer has the ability to lead ICE’s efforts to detain and deport undocumented immigrants convicted of serious crimes.
Schroyer, however, has limited experience leading a major federal agency, and his nomination is expected to face scrutiny during the Senate confirmation process.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin defended the choice, saying Schroyer’s background in Oklahoma law enforcement and his work with state and federal immigration operations make him qualified for the role.
If confirmed, Schroyer would replace acting ICE Director David Venturella. ICE has not had a Senate-confirmed director since 2017, when Sarah Saldaña left the position.
The nomination comes as ICE faces criticism over its enforcement methods, including allegations of excessive force and concerns over migrant deaths in detention facilities.
Human rights groups have called for greater oversight, while political disagreements in Congress have delayed some immigration enforcement funding.
Trump has urged the Senate to quickly approve Schroyer, saying the appointment is part of his administration’s push to strengthen immigration enforcement.
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