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2026-06-02 20:40:03

New Jersey Sues ICE Jail Over TB Outbreak Fears

Health officials sue New Jersey ICE jail Delaney Hall over denied access, citing inadequate tuberculosis controls and disease outbreak risks amid detainee strikes and protests. read more

2026-06-01 16:00:44

ICE officers warned of insane conditions at NYC facility

Newly released documents reveal ICE officers feared unsafe, overcrowded conditions at a Manhattan facility, contradicting DHS denials. Emails show officials raised alarms about medical crises and capacity, with detainees held for days in spaces meant for short stays. read more

2026-05-31 16:30:37

Newark Mayor Imposes Curfew After Immigration Clashes

Newark mayor imposed a 9 p.m.-6 a.m. curfew around Delaney Hall after clashes between protestors and police over an immigration detention center, where detainees hunger-struck over poor conditions. read more

2026-05-31 01:40:03

Detainees sue over horrific ICE camp conditions

Four detainees sued ICE over "horrific" conditions at Texas's Camp East Montana, alleging beatings, medical neglect, spoiled food, and squalid quarters. They seek class-action status for human rights violations. DHS denies claims, citing compliance with standards. read more

2026-05-30 13:20:09

ICE Officials Warned of Insane Detention Conditions

Emails reveal ICE officials called Manhattan's 26 Federal Plaza conditions "insane" and "unsafe," with overcrowding, medical neglect, and detainees sleeping on floors, contradicting Trump administration denials of subprime conditions. read more

2026-05-19 18:30:06

Iranian family detained over 1979 hostage crisis ties

An Iranian family with U.S. green cards demands release after arrest due to relative Masoumeh Ebtekar’s role in the 1979 hostage crisis. They deny security threats, challenging deportation under a rarely-used foreign policy law. A judge temporarily blocks removal. read more

2026-05-13 01:40:06

Former prison exec named acting ICE director

David Venturella, former GEO Group executive, will become acting ICE director June 1. He previously oversaw detention contracts, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. The agency expands detention capacity under Trump's deportation agenda while facing funding lapses. read more

2026-05-12 14:40:46

French widow, 85, recounts 16-day immigration detention

85-year-old French widow Marie-Thérèse Ross recounts 16 days in Louisiana ICE detention, describing children crying and solidarity among detainees. The experience, part of Trump's immigration crackdown, changed her view of U.S. freedom. read more

2026-05-07 22:20:08

DHS detention oversight shuts down amid record deaths

The DHS internal office overseeing immigration detention is closing due to a congressional funding lapse. This occurs despite rising detention numbers and record deaths in custody. Without oversight, detention violations may go unreported as the administration expands detention capacity. read more

2026-04-27 02:10:08

Family re-detained by ICE after court-ordered release

A Colorado family was freed after 10 months in ICE detention, then re-detained and nearly deported despite federal court orders. Their flight was turned around mid-air. Lawyers accuse the government of kidnapping and violating the Constitution. read more

2026-04-15 23:10:08

Florida Detainees Allege Brutal Guard Beatings

Detainees at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration facility were allegedly beaten and pepper-sprayed by guards after complaining about broken phones, a lawyer states. The incident follows a court order to ensure phone access for legal calls. read more

2026-04-14 19:50:04

Love Reunion Lands French Grandma in ICE Custody

An 86-year-old French woman was detained by ICE in Louisiana after moving to the U.S. to reunite with a former sweetheart. Her family, citing her poor health, is urgently seeking her release and return to France. read more

2026-04-09 22:10:08

Lawmakers Decry Medical Neglect at Secretive Texas Detention

Democrats accuse ICE's Dilley family detention center in Texas of a "new era of secrecy" under DHS leadership, with reports of inadequate medical care for detained children and families amid growing congressional scrutiny. read more

2026-03-25 06:40:07

Canadian Moms ICE Detention Warning: Lie Low

Canadian Tania Warner and her autistic daughter are detained by ICE in Texas despite legal documents. She warns immigrants to "lie low" under Trump. Conditions are harsh, with families held in inhumane facilities as legal efforts continue. read more

2026-03-21 01:00:35

Judges Overwhelm ICE With Detention Rulings

Federal judges have issued over 7,000 rulings against ICE for detaining migrants without proving they are a threat. The Trump administration often declined to argue against releases, as arrests continue at a high daily rate. read more

2026-03-20 10:00:49

Teen Dies in ICE Custody, Sparking Detention Outcry

A 19-year-old Mexican migrant died in a Florida ICE detention jail, marking the 46th reported fatality in custody since 2017. His presumed suicide has sparked condemnation and highlights concerns over detention conditions and prolonged holds. read more

2026-03-14 01:10:06

ICE Detains 900+ Kids Beyond Legal Limit

Over 900 children have been held in ICE custody beyond the 20-day legal limit, with some detained over 100 days. The Trump administration is actively seeking to overturn the court settlement that mandates this release timeframe. read more

2026-03-13 03:10:08

Grim Reaper Patches Worn at Florida Immigrant Camp

Guards at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" immigrant detention facility reportedly wear unauthorized Grim Reaper patches. The hastily built camp faces lawsuits over poor conditions and environmental violations. A federal order to shut it down was overturned, with ongoing legal battles. read more

2026-03-11 22:40:04

Childrens Drawings Reveal Alleged ICE Facility Mistreatment

An Egyptian family of six has been held for nine months in a Texas ICE facility, alleging severe mistreatment. Their children's drawings express longing and trauma. Lawyers demand release, citing systematic abuse and medical neglect. read more

2026-02-21 18:10:04

ICE Buys $129M Georgia Warehouse for Detention Expansion

ICE purchased a $128.6 million warehouse in Georgia for its $45 billion detention center expansion. The facility could hold up to 10,000 people, raising local concerns over inadequate water supply for the planned 2.3 million square foot complex. read more

2026-02-14 00:40:12

ICEs $38B Detention Plan Sparks Bipartisan Revolt

ICE plans to spend over $38 billion converting warehouses into massive detention centers, holding up to 10,000 immigrants. The proposal faces bipartisan opposition from local officials and residents across multiple states who urge DHS to block the projects. read more

2026-02-12 00:40:07

Judge Orders Overhaul of ICE Detention Center Conditions

A federal judge orders ICE to provide medical care, attorney access, and blankets at a California detention center. The ruling follows a lawsuit by detainees alleging denied medication, food, and sanitation in the privately-run facility. read more

2026-02-09 21:40:05

Childrens Letters Reveal Despair in Texas Detention

Children's letters from a Texas immigration detention center reveal profound fear, sadness, and depression. They describe boredom, inadequate schooling, and poor medical care while detained for weeks or months as family detentions surge under Trump's policies. read more

2026-02-05 12:40:39

Measles Outbreak Sparks Calls to Shut Texas Detention Center

A measles outbreak at a Texas family detention center includes two confirmed cases. Experts warn such facilities accelerate spread. Calls grow to close the center and increase vaccination efforts nationwide. read more

2026-02-04 20:40:04

Detainees Allege Inhumane Conditions in Minnesota Federal Building

Detainees in a Minneapolis federal building allege horrific conditions, including denied food, medical care, and legal access while awaiting deportation. Federal agencies dispute the claims. A class-action lawsuit details overcrowding and insufficient counsel. read more

2026-02-02 04:40:09

Measles Outbreak Hits Texas Immigration Detention Center

Measles infections are confirmed at a Texas immigrant detention center, halting all movement. The outbreak follows the release of a detained five-year-old and his father, amid growing concerns over child detentions and health risks in crowded facilities. read more

2026-01-30 23:10:07

School Forced to Hand Students to ICE

Two more Minnesota elementary students were detained by ICE with their mother, who has a pending asylum case. They were transferred to a Texas family detention center, joining other detained classmates amid growing community outrage. read more

2026-01-29 17:20:08

Congressman: Detained Five-Year-Old Shows Signs of Depression

Congressman Joaquin Castro visited a detained five-year-old boy and his father at a Texas ICE facility. The father reported his son was depressed. Their asylum case is active, and a judge has temporarily blocked their deportation. read more

2026-01-28 23:10:43

Floridas Alligator Alcatraz Accused of Blocking Legal Aid

Detainees at Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration facility testified they were punished for seeking legal help, alleging restricted attorney access and forced signings of deportation papers. The state denies the claims amid ongoing federal lawsuits. read more

2026-01-24 02:40:13

ICE Detains Toddler, Defies Judges Order

A two-year-old girl and her father were detained by ICE in Minneapolis and flown to Texas, defying a judge's order for her release. The toddler was later returned to her mother, while her father remains in custody. read more

2025-03-18 14:20:47

Columbia Student Organizer Faces Deportation Amid Pro-Palestine Advocacy

Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University student and protest organizer, feared deportation after his arrest. He described a disorienting detainment, transferred from New York to Louisiana due to bedbug issues. Khalil's attorneys are requesting his return to New York for an immigration court appearance. read more

2025-03-18 13:40:04

British tourist detained in US and Canada finally released home

Rebecca Burke, a British woman, was detained in the US due to a visa mix-up while trying to enter Canada. After three weeks in custody, she was released, and her family hopes she will soon return home. read more

2025-03-03 21:40:46

German Tourist Detained in California Immigration Center Indefinitely

German tourist Jessica Brösche remains indefinitely detained in the Otay Mesa detention center in California after being denied entry at the San Diego border. US Customs accused her of planning to work as a tattoo artist, and she spent time in solitary confinement. read more

2025-02-22 04:10:05

Porsha Williams' Estranged Husband Faces Deportation Over Visa Status

Porsha Williams' ex, Simon Guobadia, is detained by ICE during mass deportations amid their divorce. Guobadia, originally from Nigeria, strives for citizenship, facing historical deportation orders. The celebrity called the situation disheartening, focusing on family amidst personal and legal challenges. read more

2025-02-14 12:00:04

DHS Releases Images of Immigrants Sent to Guantánamo Bay

The Department of Homeland Security released an image of the first US military aircraft transporting immigrants to Guantánamo Bay, sparking concerns. Despite claims of "worst of the worst" criminals being sent, doubts arise regarding their identities and lack of proof of crimes. ánamo read more

2024-12-05 12:10:11

Biden Administration Extends Contracts for Private Immigration Jails

The Biden administration is extending contracts for private sector immigration jails in the US, contradicting previous statements opposing such facilities. Contracts show plans to expand detention capacity despite concerns about inhumane conditions, benefiting private prison companies. read more