(1/3) Israeli IDF soldiers are in #ICE
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(1/3) Israeli IDF soldiers are in #ICE
"As of late 2025 and early 2026, there is a documented, significant presence of former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers and intelligence veterans working in the United States, particularly within the technology, cybersecurity, and, according to recent reports, law enforcement sectors.Â
Big Tech and Cybersecurity (Unit 8200):Â A database created by researchers indicates that over 1,400 veterans of Israeli intelligence (approximately 900 from Unit 8200, the elite signals intelligence division) are employed in the U.S. tech sector as of June 2025.
Companies:Â Major firms employing these veterans include Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Google, Intel, and Apple.
Leadership/Founders:Â Many alumni hold senior engineering and leadership positions, with several having founded cybersecurity companies (e.g., LightCyber, Talon Cybersecurity) that were later acquired by U.S. giants like Palo Alto Networks.
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(1/3) Israeli IDF soldiers are in #ICE
"As of late 2025 and early 2026, there is a documented, significant presence of former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers and intelligence veterans working in the United States, particularly within the technology, cybersecurity, and, according to recent reports, law enforcement sectors.Â
Big Tech and Cybersecurity (Unit 8200):Â A database created by researchers indicates that over 1,400 veterans of Israeli intelligence (approximately 900 from Unit 8200, the elite signals intelligence division) are employed in the U.S. tech sector as of June 2025.
Companies:Â Major firms employing these veterans include Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Google, Intel, and Apple.
Leadership/Founders:Â Many alumni hold senior engineering and leadership positions, with several having founded cybersecurity companies (e.g., LightCyber, Talon Cybersecurity) that were later acquired by U.S. giants like Palo Alto Networks.
"Immigration and Law Enforcement:Â Reports from late 2025 indicate that former IDF soldiers are working within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Concerns Raised:Â This connection has raised concerns among critics regarding the "militarization" of U.S. immigration enforcement, with allegations that tactics used in the West Bank are being brought to U.S. cities.
Private Security:Â Some former IDF soldiers are employed by private security firms in the U.S. and Canada, with reports of such companies being hired for security at university protests.
Military/Defense Contractors:Â Due to the close military ties between the U.S. and Israel, some former soldiers work in defense contracting, focusing on areas like counter-terrorism training and specialized simulation tools."
