New Leadership at ICE: Todd Lyons and Madison Sheahan Take Over to Strengthen the Agency

On March 9, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem announced significant leadership changes at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These appointments aim to revitalize the agency and reinforce its commitment to effectively enforcing the country’s immigration laws.

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Key Appointments

Todd Lyons has been appointed as acting director of ICE. With a distinguished career within the agency, Lyons has held roles such as Acting Executive Associate Director for Enforcement and Removal Operations and Deputy Field Operations Director, overseeing 25 field offices and national operations across the United States. His experience includes managing operations at the southwest border and directing enforcement activities in multiple northeastern states.

Meanwhile, Madison Sheahan will assume the role of ICE deputy director. Before this appointment, Sheahan served as Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, where she led a team of over 800 employees and managed a $280 million budget. Her work included creating the Special Operations Group in the law enforcement division, strengthening partnerships with federal, state, and local agencies for major operations. Additionally, Sheahan has worked closely with Secretary Noem on previous initiatives, bringing extensive leadership and public management experience.

Statements from Secretary Noem

Secretary Noem emphasized the need to restore a culture of accountability and results within ICE, stating that the agency had experienced a decline in effectiveness in recent years. She expressed confidence that Lyons and Sheahan are tireless and resolute leaders who will fulfill the American people’s mandate to identify, arrest, and deport undocumented immigrants.

Context and Expectations

These leadership changes at ICE come as President Donald Trump’s administration seeks to intensify deportation policies and ensure the strict enforcement of immigration laws. The appointment of Lyons and Sheahan reflects a renewed commitment to addressing current immigration challenges and strengthening national security.

With this new leadership, ICE is expected to adopt more effective and efficient strategies to fulfill its objectives, aligning with Homeland Security directives and federal administration policies.

From: https://www.dhs.gov/news/2025/03/09/secretary-kristi-noem-announces-expanded-leadership-revamp-ice 

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