Rebecca Onion

Rebecca Onion, a senior staff writer at Slate known for her insights on higher education and culture, dives into the intriguing dynamics of ICE recruitment. She reveals how many candidates are struggling to pass physical fitness tests amidst a surge in recruitment efforts. The conversation includes amusing debates about push-up, sit-up, and run requirements and leads to a light-hearted challenge: could they pass the test themselves? Their banter adds a dose of humor to a serious topic, highlighting the irony in the situation.