NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 17, 2026Hillsborough
ICE considers purchasing electric shock gloves for agent use
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is considering a $10 to $20 million investment in 'G.L.O.V.E.' devices capable of delivering 380-volt electric shocks. The agency is evaluating the technology as a new tool for agents, prompting concerns from civil rights organizations regarding necessity, transparency, and potential health risks.
Read the full story at Noticias Tampa Bay (Univision)Why It Matters
The potential deployment of electric-shock technology by federal immigration agents raises questions about the future of force-use protocols and oversight for individuals in custody.
Key Facts
- ICE is considering an investment between $10 million and $20 million for electric shock gloves.
- The devices, known as G.L.O.V.E., are capable of delivering up to 380 volts of electricity.
- ICE states that any technology adoption is reviewed for consistency with existing law enforcement policies.
- The agency claims agents currently receive training in de-escalation tactics and the use of force.
- Critics, including the ACLU and National Immigration Law Center, have questioned the necessity and transparency of the proposed tool.
- Experts note that any use of the gloves would require specific documentation and training protocols.
Who's Mentioned
personEfrén Olivares“Vice President of litigation and legal strategy at the National Immigration Law ”other380“Voltage capacity of the gloves in volts.”organizationNational Immigration Law Center“Organization questioning the necessity of the technology.”personSarah Cruz“Policy and advocacy strategist for the ACLU.”organizationACLU“Organization raising concerns about transparency and usage.”organizationICE“The federal agency considering the purchase of the devices.”personRichard Kolko“Retired FBI agent who commented on the need for training and documentation.”