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Democrats Demand Investigation into Torture Allegations at El Paso Detention Center

2/12/2026

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Rep. Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos (D-Texas) and 35 Democrats demand an investigation into Camp East Montana in El Paso after reports of torture and inhumane conditions.
Ramos and colleagues cite violations of federal detention standards and concerns about sanitation, food, and communication.
Recent reports show tuberculosis and COVID-19 among detainees.
Three detainees died in two months, one homicide, amid allegations of physical abuse and deportations.

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Rep. Ana-María Rodríguez Ramos (D-Texas) and 35 Democrats demand an investigation into Camp East Montana in El Paso after reports of torture and inhumane conditions.
Ramos and colleagues cite violations of federal detention standards and concerns about sanitation, food, and communication.
Recent reports show tuberculosis and COVID-19 among detainees.
Three detainees died in two months, one homicide, amid allegations of physical abuse and deportations.