All articles tagged with #detention centers
Originally Published 24 days ago — by NPR
The Trump administration has accelerated the reopening of shuttered prisons, many with troubled pasts, to detain over 65,000 immigrants, raising concerns about poor conditions and oversight, especially as private prison companies profit from these facilities.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by dw.com
Germany's coalition government aims to increase deportations, including to Syria, despite legal and logistical challenges, with a focus on voluntary return and expanding detention facilities for those awaiting deportation.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
The article discusses the controversy over the Trump administration's use of humorous and alliterative names like 'Alligator Alcatraz' and 'Cornhusker Clink' for immigration detention centers, which has sparked criticism for insensitivity and dehumanization, despite some supporters viewing the names as clever branding.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
A report by Sen. Jon Ossoff's office uncovers 510 credible reports of human rights abuses in U.S. immigration detention centers, including physical and sexual abuse, mistreatment of pregnant women and children, and inadequate medical care, prompting calls for accountability amid DHS denial of these allegations.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nebraska Examiner
Nebraska is being considered as a potential site for a federally funded migrant detention center modeled after Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz,' as part of Homeland Security's broader plan to establish similar facilities near airports and jails across the country, though local officials and lawmakers have expressed opposition.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Twelve Democratic members of Congress have sued the Trump administration over a new DHS policy that restricts access to immigration detention centers, arguing it violates federal law and hampers oversight, amid reports of poor conditions and increased detention.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Axios
Officials from the Trump era, including Kristi Noem and Tom Homan, deflect criticism over the controversial 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center in Florida by blaming the Biden administration for inhumane conditions, despite reports of poor treatment and limited legal access. The controversy highlights ongoing partisan disputes over immigration policies and detention standards.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
The U.S. Congress has passed a comprehensive bill supporting President Trump's immigration enforcement agenda, allocating approximately $170 billion for border security, detention centers, and immigration enforcement, including funding for a border wall and increased ICE personnel, while also making changes to immigration fees and public benefit access. The bill aims to 'supercharge' immigration enforcement but faces concerns about implementation, capacity, and the impact on immigrants' rights and access to services.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by MSNBC News
President Trump made controversial jokes about alligators attacking immigrants at a Florida detention center, echoing racist imagery from the Jim Crow era that dehumanized Black people as bait for alligators, raising concerns about the cruelty and historical context of such rhetoric.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNBC
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has implemented new restrictions on congressional visits to immigration enforcement offices, giving ICE sole discretion to deny or cancel tours, amid ongoing tensions over oversight and immigration policies.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
John Oliver criticizes the US juvenile justice system for its lack of regulation, abuse, and high incarceration rates, advocating for comprehensive reforms to ensure safety, rights, and proper treatment for youth.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The incoming Trump administration is planning to significantly expand immigrant detention centers near major U.S. cities as part of a mass deportation strategy. This involves doubling the current number of ICE detention beds and potentially reopening or building new facilities, including family detention centers. The plan targets areas with large migrant populations, regardless of local sanctuary policies. Private prison companies like GEO Group and CoreCivic are poised to benefit, with their stock prices already rising in anticipation of increased demand for detention services.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The number of deaths in ICE custody this fiscal year has more than doubled compared to last year, with ten deaths reported so far. This surpasses the total deaths in five of the last six years, except for 2020 during the Covid pandemic. Despite ICE's claims of providing comprehensive medical care, immigration advocates criticize ongoing human rights violations and call for increased accountability and the release of detainees with health issues.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Ousmane Sylla, a 21-year-old migrant from Guinea, committed suicide in an Italian detention center, highlighting the squalid and chaotic conditions of such facilities. His death has sparked outrage and brought attention to the human rights violations within these centers, which are criticized for their poor living conditions and lack of adequate medical and psychological care. Despite the Italian government's stance on deterring illegal migration, the system's inefficiencies and harsh conditions have been condemned by activists and lawyers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Italy has signed an agreement with Albania to build two detention centers in Albania to house migrants attempting to reach Italy. The centers, set to open next spring, aim to process up to 36,000 people annually. The move comes as Italy's far-right government faces pressure to limit illegal migration, with over 145,000 people reaching Italy's shores this year. The deal has been criticized by human rights groups, who argue that it undermines EU solidarity and raises concerns about access to asylum and basic rights in a non-EU territory.