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ICE Detention Crisis: Child's Health Declines Amid Neglect

3/4/2026

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On March 4, 2026, Representative Lieu discussed Amalia’s detention by ICE at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas.
The family faced trauma and feared for Amalia’s life due to unsafe conditions.
Amalia, initially healthy, developed pneumonia, Covid-19, and RSV and was hospitalized in San Antonio.
Governor Noem was criticized for overlooking the family’s ordeal during the discussion.
The article emphasizes the dangers of ICE detention for families.

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Story summary

On March 4, 2026, Representative Lieu discussed Amalia’s detention by ICE at the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas.
The family faced trauma and feared for Amalia’s life due to unsafe conditions.
Amalia, initially healthy, developed pneumonia, Covid-19, and RSV and was hospitalized in San Antonio.
Governor Noem was criticized for overlooking the family’s ordeal during the discussion.
The article emphasizes the dangers of ICE detention for families.