The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a memo directing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to intensify investigations into fraud related to asylum claims. This includes a specific focus on immigration attorneys who are accused of filing false claims on behalf of their clients. Recent reports suggest that there is significant attention on potential fraudulent practices within the asylum process, leading to questions about whether the U.S. is cracking down on immigration lawyers involved in these cases. The topic has gained traction, particularly with former President Trump publicly targeting attorneys accused of unethical practices in the asylum process.