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ICE has contracted various private security firms for firearms and combat training for its agents, including sniper and special response teams. This follows a significant budget increase under the Trump administration, which has led to a 120% workforce expansion.

Contracts awarded include $23,000 to Reticence Group for specialized training and $35,000 to Path Consulting for combat training. The agency has also engaged Target Down Group, linked to Rep. Nick LaLota, for precision training. ICE's spending on weapons and military equipment has raised concerns, particularly following the killing of a legal observer, which has sparked nationwide scrutiny of the agency's tactics.