David Pierchorowicz, a constable in Pennsylvania’s rural Bradford County, thought he would be the perfect partner for the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, or ICE, to assist in increased immigration enforcement efforts.

“I feel I have a lot to offer them,” said Pierchorowicz, citing his 22 years of experience in the U.S. Army and other work overseas.

So when he heard that the Trump administration was recruiting local law enforcement to join 287(g) partnerships — which allow state and local officials to help enforce federal immigration law — he signed the paperwork. But after completing the first parts of an online immigration law training course, Pierchorowicz said, he was told the program is on pause for constables. He doesn’t know much more.

“Every time you call, it’s still under investigation,” he said.

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