The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is working to correct what officials describe as a 'multimillion‑dollar error' after Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) acquired thousands of branded vehicles that agents say cannot be used in everyday operations.
The order was placed under Madison Sheahan, a 28‑year‑old deputy director appointed by then‑Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Despite warnings from field officers that conspicuously marked cars would jeopardise undercover enforcement work, the vehicles were emblazoned with dark navy paint, gold ICE lettering, and the motto 'Defend the Homeland.'
