White House Withdraws Lance Schroyer’s Nomination for ICE Director
The White House announced the withdrawal of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, from consideration to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, September 17, 2026 —
The White House has announced the withdrawal of Lance Schroyer from consideration for the position of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director. Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, was previously put forward for the leadership role.
No specific reasons were provided by the White House for the withdrawal of Schroyer’s nomination at this time. The decision means that the search for a permanent head of ICE will continue. The role of ICE director is a significant one within the Department of Homeland Security, overseeing the enforcement of immigration laws and border security operations across the United States.
Lance Schroyer’s background includes service as a state trooper in Oklahoma. His nomination to lead ICE had been a subject of discussion within the context of the administration’s immigration policy and enforcement strategies. The withdrawal of his name from consideration marks a pause in the process of filling this key leadership vacancy.
The agency, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is responsible for a wide range of duties including the identification, investigation, and apprehension of individuals who violate the nation’s immigration and customs laws. It also plays a role in detaining and removing non-citizens who are found to be in violation of these laws. The selection of a director for such a critical agency typically involves a thorough vetting process.
Further details regarding the administration’s next steps in the nomination process for the ICE director position were not immediately available. The White House has not disclosed whether other candidates are being considered or if a new search will commence.
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