WASHINGTON — White House border czar Tom Homan announced that body-worn cameras for Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers have been purchased and are entering the distribution phase. The initiative mandates that all ICE vehicle stops will involve at least one officer with a working body camera, with agents required to keep the devices active for the duration of the stop.

Homan stated that the equipment is currently in the hands of training specialists as the agency prepares for full deployment. ICE is currently training trainers on body camera policy to ensure consistent application of the new protocols across the bureau. The timeline for implementation remains aggressive, with Homan indicating a desire to expedite the process.

As soon as possible, if I had it my way, Homan said regarding the rollout schedule. This statement reflects the administration's priority on immediate availability of the technology for field operations. The border czar confirmed that the purchase and distribution are proceeding without delay to meet operational demands.

While introducing the camera policy, Homan addressed other aspects of agency operations to clarify the scope of current changes. He stated that no other policy changes regarding ICE operations were planned at this time. This assurance comes as the agency integrates new technological tools into its standard enforcement procedures.

Homan also refuted the claim that the FBI would no longer be involved in investigations of ICE officer-involved shootings. He emphasized that federal partnership in such inquiries remains intact despite the internal policy updates. The border czar's comments serve to distinguish the camera initiative from broader structural shifts in investigative jurisdiction.

Homan previously served as acting director of ICE during the Trump administration. During that tenure, he was a key architect of the 2018 zero-tolerance immigration policy. That policy led to the separation of over 2,000 children from their families at the U.S.-Mexico border. His current role as White House border czar places him at the center of contemporary immigration enforcement strategies.

Historical data shows the scale of operations under Homan's prior leadership. In May 2017, the agency conducted 41,000 arrests between Inauguration Day and April 30. This figure represented a 38% increase compared to the same period in 2016. Homan received the Presidential Rank Award from President Barack Obama in 2015 for his service as a senior ICE official.