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20 Congress Members Demand Release of Detained Double Amputee

2/21/2026

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Representative Pramila Jayapal and 20 Congress members urge Rodney Taylor's release.
They cite severe health issues and poor living conditions at Stewart Detention Center.
Rodney Taylor is a double amputee who has lived in the United States since childhood.
He is detained for a burglary conviction with a pending green-card application.
Experts say this backing is unusual despite CoreCivic's denial.

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Representative Pramila Jayapal and 20 Congress members urge Rodney Taylor's release.
They cite severe health issues and poor living conditions at Stewart Detention Center.
Rodney Taylor is a double amputee who has lived in the United States since childhood.
He is detained for a burglary conviction with a pending green-card application.
Experts say this backing is unusual despite CoreCivic's denial.