Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons to Step Down on May 31
Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement Todd Lyons is set to leave his position on May 31 after nearly 20 years with the agency. The announcement comes amid ongoing disputes over funding and reforms for the Department of Homeland Security. Lyons has been credited with leading deportation efforts and expanding local partnerships since March 2025.
thehindu.comThe acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Todd Lyons, will step down from his role on May 31, according to an announcement from Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin. Lyons, who has served at the agency for nearly 20 years, is transitioning to a private-sector job. He has led deportation efforts since March 2025, as stated in Mullin's post on X.
stated that Lyons revitalized ICE following periods of limited immigration enforcement under the previous administration.
The secretary highlighted Lyons' role in deportation operations targeting individuals involved in serious crimes.
