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Democrats Demand Accountability After 25 Immigrants Die in ICE Custody

11/25/2025

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House Democrats led by Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) and Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) demand DHS answers after 25 immigrants died in ICE custody, the highest since 2018.
They cite inadequate medical care and systemic neglect in detention facilities.
The lawmakers point to Ismael Ayala-Uribe, who died after allegedly being denied timely medical treatment.
The letter has drawn 43 other lawmakers and seeks humane treatment and accountability for ICE medical protocols.

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House Democrats led by Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) and Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) demand DHS answers after 25 immigrants died in ICE custody, the highest since 2018.
They cite inadequate medical care and systemic neglect in detention facilities.
The lawmakers point to Ismael Ayala-Uribe, who died after allegedly being denied timely medical treatment.
The letter has drawn 43 other lawmakers and seeks humane treatment and accountability for ICE medical protocols.