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Texas Democrat: Latinos in state are targeted as ‘not American enough’
MSNBC· 2026-01-29 02:45
Gina Hinojosa. She is running for governor of Texas. State STATE REPRESENTATIVES, I WANT TO READ YOU JUST A LITTLE BIT OF WHAT WE KNOW ABOUT THE DILLEY DETENTION CENTER.THESE ARE DETAILS THAT DATE BACK TO SEPTEMBER. THEY WERE PART OF A LAWSUIT. THE GOVERNMENT IS ATTEMPTING TO END PROTECTIONS FOR FOR CHILDREN, YOU HAD DECLARATIONS FROM FAMILIES AT DILLEY AND THEY DESCRIBED PERSISTENTLY CLOUDY WATER, DELAYED MEDICAL ATTENTION, LONG PERIOD OF TIME WHERE CHILDREN ARE BEING DETAINED.HOW DOES THAT COMPORT WITH WH ...
'I will never forget what I saw': Shocking new reporting from inside immigration detention centers
MSNBC· 2025-06-26 22:15
Immigration Detention Conditions & Policies - The report highlights concerns regarding the conditions at ICE detention facilities, including overcrowding, inadequate medical care, and lack of privacy [1] - Wired's investigation reveals that at least 60% of analyzed immigration detention centers reported serious incidents such as pregnancy complications, suicide attempts, or sexual assault allegations [1] - The administration is requesting over $40 billion to expand private and government-run detention facilities [10] Case of Narcisso Barco - Narcisso Barco, a landscaper and father of three US Marines, was violently arrested by ICE agents [1][3][4] - DHS alleges Narcisso Barco assaulted federal agents with a weed whacker, while others claim he was running out of fear [5][6] - Narcisso Barco has been transferred to Adilanto, a private prison known for its terrible conditions [1] Public Opinion & Policy Implications - 9%, 12%, and 15% of Americans support detaining individuals with American-born children, married to US citizens, or who have a job, respectively; Narcisso Barco meets all these criteria [6][7] - The report suggests that mass deportations are targeting individuals with minor infractions, such as civil or traffic violations [8][9] - There is concern about the potential for increased abuse within the detention system due to its expansion [10]