A recently revealed U.S. Army study details the effects of shock gloves purchased by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The study found the gloves, designed for detainee control, inflict pain and induce compliance through fear. Researchers documented that the gloves’ electrical shocks cause significant discomfort, leading subjects to prioritize avoiding further shocks over resisting instructions. The report raises concerns about the ethical implications of using devices that rely on pain to gain control, and potential human rights violations. This discovery prompts scrutiny of ICE’s procurement practices and the methods used in immigration detention facilities. The study underscores the potential for abuse and the psychological impact of such devices on detainees held by ICE. Further investigation into the use and oversight of these shock gloves is expected.