1. United States
2. Iowa
3. Letter

I urge you to investigate the deeply troubling allegations that migrants were improperly deported to South Sudan without due process. A federal judge issued an order directing immigration officials to retain custody of these individuals pending review of whether their removals violated legal protections. Attorneys claim that detainees from Myanmar, Vietnam, and other nations were forcibly sent to a third country without any opportunity to make a case about potential threats to their safety, in defiance of court rulings. Such actions, if confirmed, represent an inexcusable failure to uphold constitutional rights and human rights standards in the deportation system. Swift corrective measures and accountability must follow any substantiated violations to preserve the integrity of immigration proceedings. I implore you to scrutinize this matter and ensure all migrants receive the full due process they are entitled to under the law.