White House Withdraws Nomination of Lance Schroyer for ICE Director

Rockford, IL, September 17, 2026 —

The White House has announced the withdrawal of Lance Schroyer’s nomination to serve as the director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The announcement was made in Washington.

Specific reasons for the withdrawal were not immediately provided by the White House. Lance Schroyer had been put forward by the administration for the leadership role at the federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration and customs laws.

The agency’s mission includes enforcing immigration laws, combating illegal immigration, and preventing terrorism and the illicit trade of goods. ICE is a component agency of the Department of Homeland Security.

The process for confirming a nominee to lead a federal agency typically involves several stages, including review by relevant congressional committees and a vote by the full Senate. Without further details provided in the announcement, the exact stage of Schroyer’s nomination at the time of withdrawal remains unspecified.

Information regarding any potential alternative candidates or future plans for the leadership of ICE was not included in the White House’s statement. The contractor’s name, if applicable to any part of the nomination process, was not provided. The fine amount, permit status, inspection outcomes, and code violations related to this matter were also not provided. The timeline for the withdrawal or details on what transpired next were not specified.

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