ICE relaxes detention standards, permits AI communication and $1-per-day wages (opens in new tab)

ICE has issued a new detention standard allowing broader use of AI translation, affirming $1-per-day “voluntary” wages, and ordering facilities to accept all detainees. Advocates say the changes weaken oversight just as Congress boosts ICE’s budget; contractors say they add flexibility. Companies should reassess duty-of-care plans for foreign staff who may face detention.