ICE Confirms Nine Migrant Deaths; Congress Demands Answers

Nine Migrant Deaths Confirmed in ICE Custody Since January 2025 Washington D.C. - The acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Todd Lyons, confirmed to Congress that nine migrants have died in ICE custody since January 2025. This revelation sparked immediate criticism from lawmakers and human rights organizations. Congresswoman Lauren Underwood stated, "The 90-day delay in reporting deaths since 2018 is unacceptable." Representative Escobar highlighted the lack of funding for the 100,000 proposed beds, accusing the Trump administration of failing to prioritize high-risk immigrants as promised. Lyons defended ICE's strategy of daily deportation flights to avoid overcrowding in detention centers, calling them "rapid and humanitarian deportations." The situation underscores ongoing concerns about conditions in ICE detention facilities and the need for greater transparency and accountability.