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17-09-2026
The White House has officially withdrawn President Donald Trump’s nomination of Richard Schroyer to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after the confirmation process stalled in the Senate.
Key details from the report:
Background and Nomination: Schroyer had been serving as a senior adviser to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin. President Trump nominated him in June 2026 to serve as an assistant secretary of DHS heading ICE.
The Hold-Up: Schroyer’s nomination failed to advance out of the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee. His progress was notably stalled by Republican Senator Rand Paul, who demanded details and records regarding investigations into agent-involved shootings in Minnesota.
Current Leadership: With the withdrawal, David Venturella continues serving as the senior official performing the duties of ICE director. He took over the role after Todd Lyons departed in April 2026.
Longstanding Vacancy: ICE has not had a Senate-confirmed permanent director since 2017.