Report Alleges Abuses at Louisiana Detention Centers

A coalition of human rights organizations released a report detailing severe abuses in nine immigrant detention centers in Louisiana, where over 6,000 detainees are held, primarily in facilities run by private contractors. The report, based on interviews with detainees since 2022, alleges systemic human rights violations including medical neglect, unsanitary conditions, and the denial of basic necessities such as food and hygiene products. Specific accusations include the shackling of detainees for extended periods, contaminated food, and a lack of access to proper medical care. The report describes conditions that meet the legal definition of torture, calling for the immediate closure of these facilities. In response, ICE stated it is committed to detainee welfare and continuously reviews its operations. However, the report's findings have drawn attention to the inhumane treatment of migrants fleeing violence and persecution.