Wyoming Governor Approves Wyoming National Guard Support For ICE

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has authorized the Wyoming National Guard to help U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE in their enforcement efforts.

That's according to a news release from the governor's office. The release says the Wyoming Guard members will free up ICE agents to focus more directly on law enforcement duties.

According to the release "Up to 15 Wyoming National Guard members will be assigned to support ICE over the coming months, providing administrative, logistics and transportation support to ICE. Guard personnel will not be directing enforcement operations and will remain under the Governor’s command and control while working alongside ICE. The Guard mission is expected to begin within 30 days."

Gordon: When Asked For Help, Wyoming Responds

Governor Gordon was quoted in the release as saying : “When asked by our nation, Wyoming responds. Our participation is about putting our resources where they can be of greatest service to the national priority of securing our borders and staunching illegal immigration,” Governor Gordon said. “By handling essential support work, the Wyoming National Guard enables ICE agents to focus on public safety and national security. Our Guard is our Sword and Shield. Members have always answered the call, and I know they will perform this mission in accordance with their oath and with the professionalism they are known for.”

Federal authorization was issued by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.