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Trump Administration Relaunches VOICE Office to Support Victims of Immigration Crime

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the reinstatement of the ICE VOICE Office, emphasizing its role in aiding victims and families impacted by crimes committed by illegal immigrants.

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Overview

  • The VOICE Office, first launched in 2017 and closed by the Biden administration in 2021, has been reinstated by the Trump administration as of April 9, 2025.
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem led the relaunch event, highlighting the administration's commitment to victim advocacy and immigration enforcement.
  • Several 'angel families,' who lost loved ones to crimes allegedly committed by illegal immigrants, participated in the announcement, sharing emotional testimonies.
  • The administration claims significant progress in deporting violent criminals, including 800 members of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang since Trump returned to office.
  • The VOICE Office will provide resources such as legal aid referrals, updates on perpetrator custody status, and support for victims in navigating immigration enforcement processes.