Dean Cain Joins ICE: A Controversial Decision
(NEXSTAR) — In a surprising twist, actor Dean Cain, widely recognized for his portrayal of Superman in the beloved 1990s series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman," has made headlines once again. This week, Cain, who is known for his outspoken conservative views, declared that he will be taking on a role with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) as an "honorary ICE officer."
As the Trump administration continues its contentious immigration policies, which critics argue may violate constitutional principles, Cain’s announcement has polarized public opinion. Scheduled to be sworn in next month by the Department of Homeland Security, Cain’s move has elicited praise from his supporters but also considerable backlash.
Among the critics is Colombian-American actor John Leguizamo, renowned for his roles in films like Christopher Nolan’s "The Odyssey." Leguizamo did not hold back, taking to social media to brand Cain a "loser." In a pointed Instagram post, he questioned, "What kind of loser volunteers to be an ICE officer? What a moron. Your pronouns are has/been."
The sentiment was echoed in the comments, with fellow actor Frank Grillo chiming in humorously, stating: “never was ‘”.
On Saturday, Leguizamo took another jab at Cain, sharing an Instagram story featuring a humorous faux DVD cover with the title "Aged Ice," which poked fun at Cain’s latest career choice. The meme, originally from another account, was captioned: "More like ‘Dean needs a cane,’ amiright?"
Elsewhere online, Cain has found himself the subject of a trending joke: "I’m really trying to boycott Dean Cain, but there’s just… nothing to boycott." This ongoing social media narrative highlights the intense discussions surrounding his recent decision as the debate over immigration policy continues in the U.S. in 2025.