Capgemini to Divest US Subsidiary Amid Controversy Over ICE Contract

Wed Feb 04 2026 04:56:14 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

French tech giant Capgemini is set to sell its US subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions, following a backlash over its work with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency amidst rising criticism of ICE's practices in the United States.

Capgemini has announced the sale of its US subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions, after pressure from lawmakers and public outcry over its contract with ICE, which has come under scrutiny following fatal incidents involving its agents. The company stated it could not ensure appropriate alignment with its business objectives, prompting immediate divestiture plans.

French technology giant Capgemini has announced it will sell its US subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions, after facing backlash for its collaborations with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, which has been under increasing scrutiny due to its controversial practices.

The decision follows significant pressure from French lawmakers regarding a contract between Capgemini Government Solutions and ICE, particularly in light of protests arising from the agency's actions in Minnesota.

The uproar intensified after the fatal shootings of US citizens Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis, leading to widespread demonstrations and calls for accountability.

Capgemini Government Solutions has been contracted to provide skip tracing services for enforcement and removal operations since December 2025, a contract that involves locating individuals whose whereabouts are unknown. The subsidiary is set to receive more than $4.8 million for its work, which is due to continue until March 2026.

In a statement, Capgemini expressed that it was unable to exercise adequate control over certain aspects of the subsidiary’s operations to align with the broader Group’s objectives, which is why immediate divestiture plans are being initiated.

As criticism of ICE escalates, French Finance Minister Roland Lescure has called for Capgemini to be transparent about its contracts, while left-wing opposition MP Hadrien Clouet demanded sanctions on French firms collaborating with ICE, declaring, French private companies are collaborating with ICE. We do not accept this.

Capgemini, founded in 1967 and headquartered in France, functions as a premier IT services and consulting firm. It currently employs more than 340,000 people worldwide and holds a market value of approximately €22 billion.