Todd Lyons, the head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), will resign on May 31, 2025, after leading the agency since March 2025. His departure comes amid a backdrop of aggressive immigration enforcement and public criticism regarding ICE's tactics. In his resignation letter, Lyons cited family reasons, noting that his sons are at a pivotal point in their lives. Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin confirmed Lyons' resignation but did not provide details about a successor, leaving the ICE leadership role currently unfilled. Lyons' tenure was marked by a substantial expansion of ICE's operations, including hiring thousands of officers and increasing detention capacity. Despite facing backlash for enforcement tactics, Lyons received support from the administration, with Mullin describing him as a great leader who made American communities safer. As Lyons prepares to leave, the uncertainty surrounding his replacement raises questions about the future direction of ICE.