Summary
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents will check the immigration status of visitors at Marine Corps graduation events at Parris Island, South Carolina. This measure includes showing IDs at security checkpoints, but ICE will not make arrests during these events.
Key Facts
- ICE agents will screen family members and visitors at Marine Corps graduations in Parris Island, SC.
- Visitors must show valid ID to enter the base, such as REAL ID or a passport.
- The Marine Corps has enhanced base security due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
- ICE is part of the Department of Homeland Security and focuses on immigration enforcement.
- This is the first time in recent memory that federal law enforcement has supported base access operations at Parris Island in this way.
- Visitors are advised to carry proper ID and minimize items to speed up security checks.
- Marine Corps graduation events occur weekly, with family access from Wednesday to Friday.
