International Companies Sever Ties with ICE Amid Growing Backlash

Capgemini, a prominent French consulting firm, announced it will divest its US division that contracts with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), following increasing criticism of the agency's enforcement tactics. This decision comes after a $4.8 million contract awarded by the Department of Homeland Security for skip tracing services raised ethical concerns. Other companies, including Canadian firms Jim Pattison Developments and Hootsuite, are also facing public pressure to cut ties with ICE. Protests have erupted across major US cities, highlighting the growing discontent over ICE's actions, particularly after recent incidents involving fatalities linked to the agency. The backlash against ICE is prompting businesses to reconsider their relationships with the agency, reflecting a broader movement for accountability.

Key Details: • Capgemini's US division represented only 0.4% of its global revenue. • Protests against ICE were held in multiple US cities over the weekend. • The contract with ICE involved locating individuals for deportation processes.