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The administration announced a $16.7 million contract to equip ICE agents with electric shock gloves to improve de-escalation.

The administration announced a $16.7 million no-bid contract to provide 6,000 electric shock gloves, known as G.L.O.V.E. devices, to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. These conductive distraction and de-escalation devices are designed to deliver a painful shock to help officers control resisting detainees without resorting to lethal weapons or heavy physical force. While the administration defended the purchase as a necessary tool for safety, the move has faced pushback from congressional Democrats and civil rights advocates. Critics argue that the gloves lack sufficient oversight and could lead to abuse if not managed correctly. In response, California Assemblymember LaShae Sharp-Collins introduced a bill to ban the shock gloves statewide, though Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper argued that the ban might be premature. Cooper noted that the devices provide a lower level of force than Tasers and can make law enforcement's job easier by reducing the need for physical blows or kicks during routine arrests. The administration maintains that the gloves will be deployed under strict training and accountability standards.

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