Patrick J. Lechleitner is an American law enforcement officer and government official. He has served as acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since July 4, 2023.[1]

Education

Lechleitner holds a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology from George Mason University, a Master of Arts degree in criminology from Saint Joseph's University, and a graduate certificate in Executive Leadership from American University.[2]

Career

Prior to becoming a special agent with the United States Customs Service and then Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) in Philadelphia Lechleitner was a police officer in Fairfax County, Virginia.

References

  1. ^ "Patrick Lechleitner Becomes Acting Director at ICE After Tae Johnson's Retirement - HS Today". July 5, 2023. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
  2. ^ "ICE Leadership". www.ice.gov. Retrieved October 9, 2023.

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Government offices
Preceded by
Tae Johnson (Acting)
 Acting Director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement
July 4, 2023 – present 		Incumbent