Immigration Grinds To A Halt As President Trump Shuts Borders
A day of dramatic developments on the northern and southern borders as the U.S. immigration system slows down in response to the growing Coronavirus pandemic.
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Opinion: We Are Risking Health And Life
The government wants to withhold flu shots from migrants in detention centers even though doctors advise vaccinations for all detainees promptly upon arrival.
'No Meaningful Oversight': ICE Contractor Overlooked Problems At Detention Centers
Public scrutiny of the health and safety conditions at immigration detention centers is growing. But the contractor ICE hired to inspect those conditions is accused of ignoring problems for years.
Protesters Rally Against Detention Camp Conditions At Lights For Liberty Vigils
Concerned citizens and advocates across the country and in the Triad were calling attention to the treatment of immigrants and asylum seekers being held in detention centers along the country's southern border.
Under Siege And Largely Secret: Businesses That Serve Immigration Detention
As more businesses face public and political scrutiny for making money off of the Trump administration's detention of migrants, many activists say the firms involved try to remain veiled in secrecy.
Opinion: The 'Filthy And Uncomfortable Circumstances' Of Detained Migrant Children
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the unsanitary conditions for detained migrant children in border detention facilities.
Opinion: A Showcase Of 'Uncaged Art' By Children Once Detained
NPR's Scott Simon explores an art exhibit in El Paso, Texas, by unaccompanied minors detained at the now-closed Tornillo Children's Detention center.
Watchdogs Cite Lax Medical And Mental Health Treatment Of ICE Detainees
The Adelanto ICE Processing Center houses nearly 2,000 people in California. Federal, state and watchdog reviews say the Florida-based firm that runs Adelanto fails to provide adequate health care.
Detained Fathers Turn To Hunger Strike
Immigrant families held at the Karnes County Residential Center in Texas are striking to protest their imprisonment.
Federal Investigation Finds 'Significant Issues' At Immigrant Detention Centers
An inspector general's report says immigrant detainees' rights, health and safety are compromised in four facilities. In response, ICE agrees to strengthen oversight and improve conditions.