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ICE Is Poaching Local Officers, Angering Some Police Chiefs and Sheriffs

The agency’s aggressive recruiting, including a $50,000 signing bonus, is hurting staffing in local agencies.

Closing Argument • 10.18.2025

Cuyahoga County Deputy Involved in Fatal Chases Accused of ‘Lying’ in Hiring Process

Deputy Kasey Loudermilk lied and kept details off his application about other police forces disqualifying him, according to his personnel file.

Cleveland • 08.28.2025

Police Recruiters Have a Few Questions

Have you ever run away from home? What’s your most unusual sex act?

News • 10.25.2018

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