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Detention Centers Go Unchecked | US News
New analysis reveals fifteen major immigration detention centers haven’t been inspected in over a year, with five never inspected at all—despite rising inmate numbers and growing concerns over medical care, food, and living conditions. The Department of Homeland Security defends the reduced inspection schedule, citing facility type and capacity, but critics warn that infrequent checks hinder accountability and problem resolution. Since 2019, nearly 90% of inspections found deficiencies—from inadequate suicide prevention to food storage issues—and the current policy, which allows some…
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