‘Could result in injury or death’: Thanedar urges halting ICE’s electric shock glove plan

A group of lawmakers, led by Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar, is calling for an immediate halt to Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) plan to acquire electric shock gloves. The representatives expressed grave concerns that these devices could lead to severe injury or even death if misused.

In a letter to the Secretary of Homeland Security, the lawmakers highlighted ICE's past record and pointed to what they described as insufficient training for officers who would operate the gloves. They argue that the potential for abuse and the inherent dangers of the technology warrant a complete stop to the procurement process.

The proposed purchase involves millions of dollars for thousands of electric shock gloves. The congressmen are imploring the department to reconsider this acquisition, emphasizing the potential negative consequences and the ethical implications of arming agents with such devices. They believe the plan could result in unacceptable harm to individuals.

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Could result in injury or death