US Homeland Security rejects watchdog recommendation on ICE body cameras

The Department of Homeland Security has rejected a recommendation to ensure federal immigration agents automatically activate body cameras when drawing their weapons, UPI and The Washington Post reported. The recommendation was published in a report by the Government Accountability Office. [1][2]

The government watchdog agency reviewed the use of body cameras by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, UPI and WXLV reported. The watchdog found that the agency failed to ensure officers complied with policies requiring active cameras during enforcement actions. [1][3]

The Government Accountability Office urged both Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection to update their body camera plans, according to UPI. The watchdog urged the agencies to tighten rules regarding camera usage. [1][3]