ICE's Video Game-Themed Recruitment Sparks Controversy and Attention
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The Department of Homeland Security has shifted its recruitment ads from Halo to Lord of the Rings, using popular culture to appeal to specific audiences, which has sparked criticism due to the controversial political implications and the complex symbolism associated with Tolkien's work.
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