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Watch: Why are ICE agents getting controversial shock gloves?

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The Department of Homeland Security described the gloves as a "de-escalation device," but critics said they could encourage agents to use more force.

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ICE plans to outfit officers with electric shock gloves

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Watch: Why are ICE agents getting controversial shock gloves?.

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Aug 12 04:11 PMFirst
ICE Plans to Give Officers Gloves That Can Deliver Electric Shocks
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Aug 12 11:36 PM
ICE plans to outfit officers with electric shock gloves - NPR
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