Longtime Immigration and Customs Enforcement official David Venturella has been chosen to serve as the agency's acting director, according to reports from NBC News and the Washington Examiner. The appointment follows the departure of former acting director Todd Lyons, who left the agency last month.
A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson confirmed the selection on Tuesday, NBC News reported. The Washington Examiner noted that President Donald Trump selected Venturella for the role. Both outlets described Venturella as a longtime ICE official.
The previous acting director, Todd Lyons, left the agency last month. The reports did not specify the reasons for his departure.
NBC News, a left-leaning outlet, emphasized the DHS spokesperson's confirmation of the appointment. The Washington Examiner, a right-leaning outlet, highlighted President Trump's direct role in selecting Venturella.
As of the reports, Venturella has assumed the position of acting ICE director. No further details about his immediate priorities or the transition process were provided in the initial announcements.
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