In an ongoing liveblog covering developments during Donald Trump's second presidency, a former trainer for the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, Ryan Schwank, publicly condemned the agency for its inadequate training of new recruits. During a hearing with Democratic congressional representatives, Schwank, who previously served as an instructor for legal matters at ICE, highlighted the serious implications of this lack of training, suggesting that poor preparation could potentially endanger lives.

Specifically, Schwank pointed out that over the last five months, he has observed a concerning trend where new officers are not being trained to the required standards. This raises significant questions about the operational effectiveness of ICE and the safety of both officers and the public. As a federal agency currently focused on immigration enforcement, the implications of insufficiently trained personnel could have far-reaching consequences, including mishandling of sensitive situations.

The criticism comes at a time when ICE is under scrutiny not just for its training practices but for its overall approach to immigration enforcement in the United States. This liveblog is expected to cover further developments in this situation, reflecting the broader issues associated with law enforcement policy under Trump's administration.