Governor Kehoe Authorizes MO National Guard to Support ICE

Jefferson City, Mo. (KFMO) - Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe has authorized the Missouri National Guard to assist with administrative, clerical, and logistical duties at Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing facilities within the state.

According to a press release issued Tuesday, Missouri National Guard service members will provide support starting Wednesday, October 1 by assisting in tasks such as data entry, case management and logistical support, enabling ICE personnel to focus on core enforcement of security functions.

Missouri National Guard personnel who have been assigned to the mission were selected on a volunteer basis.