Leadership Shakeup at ICE Amidst Enforcement Pressure

Caleb Vitello, acting head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, has been reassigned due to lower-than-expected arrests and deportations. This decision follows a recent reorganization amongst ICE's leadership as pressure mounts for increased enforcement from the Trump administration.

In a significant reshuffle at the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), acting head Caleb Vitello has been reassigned. The development comes after arrests and deportations failed to meet the aggressive expectations set by the Trump administration, according to senior official sources.

The move follows a broader reorganization that saw several top ICE officials shifted to new roles last week. The administration has been vocal about its demand for increased enforcement and deportation operations, placing Vitello under considerable pressure during his tenure.

These changes indicate a clear directive from the administration to ramp up immigration enforcement activities. The decision underscores the ongoing efforts of the Trump administration to restructure ICE amidst criticism and challenges faced from both internal and external avenues.

(With inputs from agencies.)