US Immigration and Customs Enforcement defended its body camera policies this week. People are asking about rules on releasing camera footage.

The rules let agency leaders withhold or delay footage. This applies after serious injuries or deaths in custody.

The policy only allows quick release when it benefits the agency. This gives leaders control over when footage becomes public.

The agency has not explained how it will address these concerns. It plans to equip every field officer with a body camera.

This should happen by the end of August. The rollout could create a detailed record of federal immigration enforcement actions.