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ICE Removed Online Reviews of Deaths in Custody Mentioning Medical Care Issues

The Intercept · September 30, 2026Original source ↗

ICE Removed Online Reviews of Deaths in Custody Mentioning Medical Care Issues

What happened

ICE deleted reviews of 2025 deaths in custody, which were briefly available online. A significant portion of these reviews indicated concerns about substandard medical care provided to detainees.

Why it matters

This issue raises questions about the medical treatment of individuals in custody and accountability within the agency.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you have a loved one in ICE custody?

This story directly impacts you as it raises serious concerns about the quality of medical care your loved one may receive. The deletion of these reviews could hinder accountability and transparency regarding their health and safety.

How does this story affect you if you advocate for detainee rights?

This issue affects your efforts to ensure humane treatment and proper medical care for individuals in custody. The removal of these reviews may limit access to critical information needed to hold the agency accountable for its practices.

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