Deaths in ICE Custody Are Growing. ‘They Let Him Rot in There.’

Deaths among immigrants in ICE custody are rising, prompting renewed examination of conditions in detention facilities across the country. The increase has drawn complaints from advocates and families who say detainees are not receiving adequate medical care or humane treatment while held pending deportation proceedings. Poor sanitation, overcrowding, and delayed medical attention have been documented at multiple facilities, raising questions about oversight and accountability within the detention system. The scrutiny comes as immigration enforcement continues under the Trump administration, which has expanded detention capacity and accelerated deportation operations. Advocates are calling for independent inspections and policy changes to prevent further deaths in custody.