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Trump says he is nominating former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director
By AP via Scripps News Group at WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump on Saturday said he is nominating Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as the next director of Immigration and Customs and Enforcement.Trump said on his Truth Social platform that his new pick for the immigration enforcement agency is a "PATRIOT with real operat...
Key takeaway Trump said on his Truth Social platform that his new pick for the immigration enforcement agency is a "PATRIOT with real operational experience, and proven leader with DECADES of experience locking up the worst of the worst.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The nomination of Lance Schroyer as ICE director has implications for Detroit 's immigrant communities, given the city's history of welcoming refugees and asylum seekers. As a major urban center with a significant foreign-born population, Detroit may see increased enforcement efforts under Schroyer's leadership. The city's residents and community organizations will be watching closely to see how Schroyer's experience as a state trooper translates to overseeing immigration enforcement. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's promise of a softer tone on immigration may be put to the test as Schroyer takes the helm at ICE, particularly if mass deportations become a priority. Detroit's local leaders and advocacy groups may need to navigate these changes to protect the rights and interests of the city's immigrant populations. The impact of Schroyer's nomination will likely be felt in Detroit's neighborhoods, where immigrant families and businesses are an integral part of the community.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump on Saturday said he is nominating Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as the next director of Immigration and Customs and Enforcement.Trump said on his Truth Social platform that his new pick for the immigration enforcement agency is a "PATRIOT with real operat...
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