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Lawmakers Tie Surge in ICE Deaths to Care Gaps and Detention Expansion

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Source: Los Angeles Times
Lawmakers Tie Surge in ICE Deaths to Care Gaps and Detention Expansion
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Democratic senators say ICE detention deaths rose to 32 in 2025—triple the previous year—blaming rapid detention expansion and alleged medical neglect, including missed medications and delayed care; they’re demanding full death investigations and oversight, while ICE defends its screening and treatment standards as it expands capacity with private-prison partnerships.

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  2. Sick Detainees Describe Poor Care at Facilities Run by ICE Contractor  The New York Times
  3. 6 Deaths in ICE Custody and 2 Fatal Shootings: A Horrific Start to 2026  American Immigration Council
  4. Opinion | Measles Just Hit an ICE Facility. I've Seen What Happens Next.  MedPage Today
  5. AOA joins physician organizations urging oversight of medical care in detention facilities  American Osteopathic Association

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