Venezuelans Face Abuse and Violence in El Salvador Detention and U.S. Deportation Controversies

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Three Venezuelan men detained in El Salvador's CECOT prison reported severe physical and psychological abuse, including sexual assault, during their four-month detention, after being accused of gang ties by the U.S. government, which has denied responsibility for their treatment. The detainees, many of whom deny gang affiliations, are demanding justice and have filed complaints against U.S. authorities for human rights violations.
- Venezuelans describe being beaten, sexually assaulted and told to 'commit suicide' during El Salvador detention NBC News
- With a Single Image, U.S. Deportation Narrative Is Challenged The New York Times
- 'Hell on Earth': Venezuelans deported to El Salvador mega-prison tell of brutal abuse NPR
- No One Was Supposed to Leave Alive The Atlantic
- Welcoming the Release of U.S. Nationals and Political Prisoners Held in Venezuela U.S. Department of State (.gov)
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