Trump Taps Private Prison Executive to Lead ICE The appointment of Mark Dixon as the new Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sent shockwaves through the immigration community, sparking concerns about the role of private prisons in shaping US immigration policy.
A veteran executive from CoreCivic, one of the largest private prison companies in the country, Dixon's selection raises questions about his ability to lead ICE effectively.
Background on ICE and Private Prisons ICE is a federal law enforcement agency responsible for enforcing US immigration laws, including detaining and deporting individuals who are in the country without proper authorization.