My Homeland Security Remote Application was Approved. I’m not sure if they’ve completely read my summary. 1/27/26
I applied for a vetting position with Homeland Security. Today, I received an acceptance letter that my application is in the processing pool for further verification. I blame the liberal agenda, and especially the Biden Administration for creating this mess!
My Thesis and application: IF an “immigrant” is not a criminal and already established, but not yet legally established, not straining down the financial system, I would like the position; to help good people earn their US Citizenship and guide them into the direction of US Citizenship, without the fear of deportation! It grieves me to see the current affairs of Homeland Security, not exercising “common sense.” Due Process must also includegood moral charactersbeing heard and if they have a job, that must not go unnoticed, either! We must never-ever forget the men and women who put their lives on the line for our country, that must also be included in the “due process.” Our US military needs help too, and that should also include public service.
Shame on the Biden Administration, for opening the floodgates of despair and leaving alone necessary accountability. Our country should’ve never been a land where they ignore the due process of the law, it’s like a two way street. Look at this horrific mess we have today, and I hope it heals, properly in time! Jesus Christ is the King of kings and Lord of lords! Amen.
If Homeland Security accepts my terms, I would love to help!
-Cliff Tompkins
DEPORTATION/VETTING/PROTESTING
COST OF DEPORTATION (AI): Cost Per Deportation
The cost of deporting a single person varies significantly depending on the circumstances, such as how long they are detained and the legal processing involved.
Current ICE estimates: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reports an average cost of at least $17,121 per deportation.
Independent analyses: Other studies, cited by the Penn Wharton Budget Model, estimate the average cost per deportee to be around $70,236, with some analyses ranging from $30,591 to $109,880.
Historical and Annual Spending
Immigration enforcement budgets have increased dramatically since the 1990s. For example, in FY 2025 (fiscal year), the total funding for immigration and border enforcement was nearly $34 billion before additional funding packages were enacted. In July 2025, a significant budget act gave ICE an additional $30 billion for tracking, arresting, and deporting immigrants over four years, nearly tripling its annual budget for enforcement operations.
Projected Costs of Mass Deportation
Most recent analyses focus on the potential costs of proposed mass deportation plans, which project massive expenditures and significant economic impacts:
Single operation: A one-time operation to deport all an estimated 13.3 million targeted immigrants in the U.S. would cost at least $315 billion.
Over a decade: Deporting one million individuals per year over a decade could cost approximately $967.9 billion, or an average of $88 billion annually.
Total economic impact: Beyond the direct government expense, a mass deportation program would cause an estimated loss of $1.1 trillion to $1.7 trillion in U.S. GDP. It would also result in a significant loss of tax revenue from undocumented immigrants, who currently pay billions in federal, state, and local taxes.
How much are ICE agents paid: AI Overview
vary significantly with experience, starting around $48k-$77k (GL-7 to GS-13) and reaching up to $167k (GS-15), plus incentives like signing bonuses (up to $50k), student loan repayment, and availability pay (LEAP/AU), depending on the role (HSI or ERO). Benefits include federal health insurance, retirement, paid leave, and TSP.
Salary Breakdown
Entry-Level: Can range from roughly $48,371 to $77,210.
Experienced Agents (GS-15): Can earn up to $167,603 annually.
Incentives & Bonuses
Signing Bonuses: Up to $50,000 available.
Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): 25% for HSI Special Agents.
Administratively Uncontrollable Overtime (AUO): For ERO Deportation Officers.
Student Loan Repayment: Options for forgiveness and repayment.
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance.
Federal retirement plans and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP).
Paid holidays, sick leave, and personal leave. .
