Washington - The Department of Homeland Security is making changes to its hiring practices by waiving age limits for new hires at the agency responsible for immigration enforcement. This move comes as part of an initiative to expand its workforce.

Earlier this summer, Congress passed a spending bill that allocated funds to hire 10,000 additional employees for the agency. This agency plays a key role in President Trump's effort to address illegal immigration in the country.

Previously, applicants were required to be over 21, with an upper age limit of 37 or 40 depending on the position. However, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated in an interview with Fox News that applicants could now be as young as 18 years old.

The changes in hiring requirements align with the administratio

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