In brief
In a surprising career shift, Dean Cain, known for his role as Superman from 1993 to 1997, has announced his plans to join ICE. The actor made this revelation during an interview aired on Wednesday, where he stated, "I will be sworn in as an ICE agent asap." This announcement follows a video he released urging citizens to consider joining the agency amid a recruitment campaign that aims to significantly expand its personnel.
Cain, who is already a sworn deputy sheriff and a reserve police officer, expressed his commitment to supporting the agency's mission. His comments come at a pivotal time as ICE has announced ambitions to recruit an additional 10,000 personnel, which includes deportation officers and other vital roles, as it ramps up deportation activities under the Trump administration's initiatives. On Fox News, Cain explained how his recruitment video generated substantial public interest, leading him to connect with ICE officials. "People have to step up. I'm stepping up," he said, emphasizing the necessity for more former officers to join the cause. This effort aligns with President Trump's goal to increase deportations significantly, with plans for as many as one million annually.The agency's latest recruitment drive has already attracted over 80,000 applicants, offering incentives such as bonuses of up to $50,000 and assistance with student loans to entice individuals to join. ICE currently operates with 20,000 officers across the nation and has significantly increased its funding due to new government provisions, making it the highest funded federal law enforcement agency.As the agency workforce expands and immigration policies intensify, Cain’s new role could place him at the forefront of ongoing debates surrounding immigration enforcement and reform in the United States.
