The FBI has issued a warning to state and federal law enforcement agencies that criminals impersonating Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have carried out robberies, kidnappings and sexual assaults, urging agents to identify themselves clearly.

"Due to the recent increase in ICE enforcement actions across the country, criminal actors are using ICE's enhanced public profile and media coverage to their advantage to target vulnerable communities and commit criminal activity," the bulletin said.

Newsweek has contacted the FBI for comment via email.

Why It Matters

ICE has become a focal point in the national debate over immigration enforcement, particularly as President Donald Trump's administration has increased deportation operations. The agency has faced growing scrutiny

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