African Man Dies in ICE Detention, Sparking Outrage
African man dies while under ICE detention at Moshannon Valley Processing Center, a place that is being described as a “cruel euphemism for a concentration camp.” The details are stark: a 46-year-old man, held for 215 days awaiting an immigration review, died this week after complaining of chest pain. This is a tragic event, especially considering it’s the second death in ICE custody this week. The fact that the man had a criminal record seems almost secondary in the face of such a loss. The fundamental question arises: is this the way we want our society to function?
The very notion of indefinite detention, especially in facilities run by a system like ICE, appears to be a source of significant concern.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood