An open letter to the U.S. Congress

End concentration camp conditions in ICE Detention Centers NOW

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The concerning reports about living conditions at the Krome Detention Center warrant immediate attention and action. Credible accounts of detainees lacking access to basic necessities like food, water, and medical care are unacceptable violations of human rights and dignity. Furthermore, overcrowding and lack of adequate facilities pose serious risks to the health and well-being of those detained. This situation demands transparency and accountability from the responsible agencies. A prompt, thorough, and impartial investigation into these allegations is crucial. Congress should exercise its oversight role and insist on unfettered access to the facility to conduct inspections and interviews, ensuring detainees' voices are heard. Allowing independent monitors and advocacy groups to visit would also help shed light on the reality within Krome's walls. Ultimately, any confirmed mistreatment or substandard conditions must be swiftly remedied to uphold the humane treatment all people deserve, regardless of immigration status. Comprehensive reforms may be necessary to align detention practices with ethical and legal standards. The American people have a moral obligation to respond to this injustice with urgency and resolve.

▶ Created on April 3 by Lia

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