Both Superman and Cain have reentered the public eye in recent months. In July, “Superman” (2025) director James Gunn spoke about the Man of Steel’s immigrant origins, calling the story of Superman “ the story of America ,” and one of “basic human kindness.” Cain took offense to this framing.

ICE applicants, previously required to be between 21 and 37 or 40, can now join as young as 18, with no upper age limit, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said on "Fox & Friends," adding that applicants will be trained and equipped to serve.

An ICE spokesperson ICE Assistant Secretary confirmed that Dean Cain will be sworn in as an honorary ICE officer in the coming month.