Summary
Todd Lyons, the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has been hospitalized twice due to stress-related issues, according to a report by Politico. The report mentions stress incidents linked to high-pressure expectations from the White House, particularly from senior adviser Stephen Miller. However, a White House spokesperson denied these claims, stating Lyons has a good working relationship with the administration.
Key Facts
- Todd Lyons is the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- Lyons has been hospitalized twice due to stress-related issues.
- Politico reported that Lyons faced stress from high expectations for ICE deportations.
- A bodyguard once borrowed a defibrillator due to concerns about Lyons' stress.
- Stephen Miller, a senior adviser, was reported to have pressured Lyons during morning calls.
- The White House denied the claims, stating Lyons has a great working relationship with the team.
- The ICE chief stated his stress was not due to White House pressure.
