Agency says electric-control gloves could assist with arrests, handling unruly detainees and disturbances outside detention centres.
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US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has signed a $16.7 million deal to acquire 6,000 electric-shock gloves, drawing concern from lawmakers over the agency’s use of force.
ICE says the devices could be deployed during arrests, when moving difficult detainees and in situations involving disturbances outside detention facilities.
The deal has raised questions among members of Congress over how the technology will be used and what safeguards will govern its deployment.
Lawmakers are seeking greater oversight as ICE expands its use of specialised equipment amid heightened attention on immigration enforcement practices.
