White House pulls back on nomination for former trooper to lead ICE
The White House withdrew its nomination of Lance Schroyer to head Immigration and Customs Enforcement less than three months after the announcement.
Reasons behind the withdrawal
Officials did not provide a specific explanation for ending the nomination process. The Senate had not yet scheduled a hearing because committee chair Rand Paul had not set a date. Some department employees expressed skepticism regarding Schroyer's qualifications before he was confirmed.
Schroyers background and role
The candidate previously served on the security detail for Markwayne Mullin while that man worked in the Senate. He now acts as an adviser to Mullin after leaving his position with the state police force. Critics noted he lacks formal experience working within the agency he was asked to lead.
Status of the leadership
The agency will remain without a Senate-confirmed leader for an extended period following this decision. Trump had initially described the nominee as a patriot with decades of operational experience. The administration posted the announcement regarding the change on its official website on Thursday.
2 outlets, different leads
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The Guardian
White House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICE
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NPR
Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as his nominee to lead ICE
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