Capgemini Set to Sell US Unit Tied to ICE Operations
Capgemini, a leading French IT firm, is set to divest its U.S. subsidiary, Capgemini Government Solutions (CGS). This decision follows scrutiny over a contract CGS has with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Background and Reasons for the Sale
The move comes after French lawmakers, including Finance Minister Roland Lescure, expressed concerns regarding CGS’s dealings with ICE. This concern was amplified by a recent incident involving the fatal shooting of two U.S. citizens in Minnesota.
In a statement, Capgemini indicated that legal restrictions surrounding federal contracting limited its ability to oversee CGS’s operations effectively. Consequently, the company seeks to align these operations more closely with its overall objectives.
Financial Impact
- CGS represents approximately 0.4% of Capgemini’s projected revenue for 2025.
- In the United States, it accounts for less than 2% of the company’s total revenue.
Capgemini intends to initiate the divestment process immediately. However, the firm did not explicitly link the decision to the ongoing scrutiny over the ICE contract.
Clarification on Contractual Obligations
Aiman Ezzat, the CEO of Capgemini, stated that the company recently learned more about a contract awarded to CGS by the Department of Homeland Security’s ICE in December 2025. He emphasized that Capgemini had no access to classified information or contract details related to this matter, as mandated by U.S. security regulations.
Ezzat also mentioned that the firm would conduct a comprehensive review of the contract’s scope and CGS’s contracting practices.
As the situation develops, stakeholders are watching closely for further implications concerning Capgemini’s operations and relationships within the U.S. government sector.
