Four Migrants Die in US Immigration Custody in Early 2026, Sparking Outcry
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Moneycontrol•13-01-2026, 05:09
Four Migrants Die in US Immigration Custody in Early 2026, Sparking Outcry
- •Four migrants, including individuals from Honduras, Cuba, and Cambodia, died in U.S. immigration custody within the first 10 days of 2026.
- •These deaths follow a record number of detention fatalities in 2025 under the Trump administration, which aims to increase deportations.
- •As of January 7, ICE was detaining 69,000 people, a number expected to rise due to increased funding from the U.S. Congress.
- •Detention Watch Network called the high death toll "truly staggering" and urged the closure of detention centers.
- •A U.S. Department of Homeland Security spokesperson stated that the death rate remains consistent with historical norms, despite increased detention population, and claims a high standard of care.
Why It Matters: Four migrant deaths in US custody in early 2026 highlight ongoing concerns about detention conditions and policies.
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