"Lyons has had at least two stress-related hospital visits during his time as acting head, both of which were overnight stays. His general stress levels have been so high that they're actively hindering his ability to make decisions for the agency."
"Much of that stress seems to be a result of intense pressure from the White House, especially Donald Trump's foreign policy lackey Stephen Miller, who has made a habit of screaming at Lyons over morning phone calls."
"Whenever the job got particularly stressful, ICE officials said they witnessed Lyons turn a deep red shade, and break out into a profuse sweat."
"In a statement, Lyons said the stress wasn't related to the White House, but somehow to former president Joe Biden, claiming he has worked tirelessly to undo the harms caused by Biden."
Todd Lyons, acting head of ICE, has experienced severe stress, resulting in hospital visits and affecting his decision-making. Pressure from the White House, particularly from Stephen Miller, has contributed to this stress. Lyons has been criticized for not meeting demands for detentions, leading to intense phone calls from Miller. Despite the stress, Lyons claims it is not due to White House pressure but rather the challenges posed by the Biden administration. His physical reactions to stress have been noted by colleagues.
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