Dean Cain Announces Plans to Join ICE Amid Recruitment Drive

Dean Cain, the actor known for his role in "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," has announced his intention to join the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) as they embark on an aggressive recruitment drive.

In a recent interview, Dean Cain, who portrayed Superman from 1993 to 1997, revealed he plans to become a sworn ICE agent. His announcement follows his release of a recruitment video urging citizens to consider working for the agency, which is experiencing a significant push under the current administration to double its personnel and ramp up deportation efforts. Cain, who has prior experience as a sworn deputy sheriff and reserve police officer, stated, "I will be sworn in as an ICE agent ASAP," emphasizing his commitment to safeguarding the nation.

The recruitment initiative was announced by ICE with a goal of adding 10,000 new staff, including deportation officers and immigration attorneys, amidst the Trump administration's immigration policies, which aim to increase deportations to one million annually. Cain’s video and remarks were noted to have sparked considerable interest in ICE positions, which propose bonuses as high as $50,000 and student loan assistance to attract applicants.

Speaking on Fox News, Cain outlined his motivation for joining ICE, saying, "People have to step up. I'm stepping up." He hopes to inspire other former law enforcement personnel to follow suit and assist in achieving recruitment objectives. The agency, now overhauling its public image, has been met with protests from critics who view the intensified immigration raids as unlawful.

ICE's recruitment drive comes following a funding increase—$76 billion allocated through recent legislation—which has made it the highest-funded federal law enforcement institution in history. Efforts to recruit diverse applicants have included lowering age limits and utilizing vintage recruitment posters featuring notable figures, presenting a nostalgic call to action for potential law enforcement candidates.

The move has sparked varied reactions, reflecting polarized opinions on immigration in the U.S., as the future of these recruitment efforts remains to unfold.