French IT services firm Capgemini announced on Sunday that it will sell its US-based subsidiary, which provides services to the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The decision follows international criticism related to the deaths of two individuals during ICE operations.
The company did not specify the timeline or potential buyers for the subsidiary. Capgemini’s move comes as public scrutiny intensifies over private contractors’ roles in government immigration enforcement.
**Why this matters**
The sale highlights growing concerns about corporate involvement in immigration enforcement and human rights issues. It reflects increasing pressure on companies to reconsider their partnerships with government agencies amid ethical and reputational risks.
Source: NewsData