Immigration Detention

The Shadowed Halls: Local Jails and the Long History of Immigrant Detention in America

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Immigrant Detention: The Shadowy Role of Local Jails in US History

The United States, a nation built on waves of immigration, has a complex and often somber history with how it processes those who arrive on its shores seeking a new life. While the gleaming facilities of federal detention centers might dominate today’s headlines, the story of immigrant detention is deeply interwoven with the fabric of … Read more

The Unseen End: A History of Deaths in Immigration Custody

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Deaths in Immigration Custody: A Historical Perspective

The news arrives like a cold gust of wind: an ICE detainee found hanging in a detention facility. For many, it’s a jarring headline, a stark reminder of the human cost of immigration enforcement. But for those who delve into the echoes of the past, this tragedy is not an isolated incident, but a recurring … Read more