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Cómo Trump eligió a un expolicía estatal de Oklahoma para dirigir ICE y le dio una victoria a Markwayne Mullin
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 30, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Kristen Holmes y Priscilla Álvarez, CNN
Tras un comienzo a veces complicado en su nuevo cargo, el secretario de Seguridad Nacional, Markwayne Mullin, ganó un debate interno cuando el presidente Donald Trump anunció que nominaría a Lance Schroyer, un expolicía estatal de Oklahoma, para dirig...
Key takeaway Una de las primeras tareas de Mullin tras asumir el cargo de secretario en marzo fue seleccionar a un nuevo director para la agencia, luego de que el entonces director interino, Todd Lyons, anunciara su renuncia.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso , being a major border city, will likely feel the impact of Lance Schroyer's potential leadership at ICE. As the agency tasked with carrying out President Trump's promise of mass deportations, Schroyer's confirmation could lead to increased detentions and expanded detention space in the El Paso area. This could put a strain on local resources and communities, particularly if the administration's plans to increase deportations are realized. The city's experience with previous immigration policies and their effects on local families and businesses will be crucial in understanding the potential consequences of Schroyer's nomination. Additionally, the fact that Schroyer has been chosen by President Trump, despite initial reservations from some White House officials, may indicate a more aggressive approach to immigration enforcement in the region. El Paso residents and community leaders will be watching closely to see how Schroyer's leadership will shape the city's relationship with ICE and the broader immigration landscape.
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Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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Tras un comienzo a veces complicado en su nuevo cargo, el secretario de Seguridad Nacional, Markwayne Mullin, ganó un debate interno cuando el presidente Donald Trump anunció que nominaría a Lance Schroyer, un expolicía estatal de Oklahoma, para dirig...
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