Global Corporations Cut Ties with ICE Amid Growing Protests

A wave of corporate boycotts against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is gaining momentum following local protests. Notably, Capgemini, a French consulting firm, announced it will sell its U.S. division that contracts with ICE, which recently received a $48 million contract for locating individuals. This decision comes after public scrutiny and criticism of ICE's harsh enforcement tactics, particularly following incidents that resulted in civilian fatalities. Other companies, including Canadian firms like Jim Pattison Developments and Hootsuite, are also facing pressure to sever ties with ICE. The growing backlash highlights the increasing demand for corporate responsibility in immigration enforcement practices.

Key Details: • Capgemini's U.S. division represented only 0.4% of global revenue. • The $48 million contract with ICE was for 'person location services'. • Protests against ICE occurred in major U.S. cities over the weekend. • Jim Pattison Developments halted plans to sell a warehouse to ICE. • Hootsuite faced demonstrations demanding an end to its work with ICE.