# AP Exclusive: ICE plans to give officers gloves that can deliver painful electric shocks

https://mins.news/en/item/19642

- The Associated Press, 2026-08-12 01:30 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://bit.ly/4hukXBA

> U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers may soon receive gloves capable of delivering painful electric shocks. The devices are intended to secure compliance from people who are combative, according to the report. The plan concerns equipment for ICE officers and its possible use during confrontations. No further implementation details are provided.

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