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ICE Inspection Reveals 49 Violations at Camp East Montana

4/3/2026

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The ICE inspection of Camp East Montana found 49 violations of national standards, exposing detainees to excessive force.
Conducted by ICE's Office of Detention Oversight, the inspection cited medical neglect and inadequate security.
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar criticized the facility, saying conditions have not improved.
The report rated Camp East Montana as acceptable/adequate and recommended a new contractor.
The facility has housed nearly 3,000 detainees daily, many awaiting deportation.

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The ICE inspection of Camp East Montana found 49 violations of national standards, exposing detainees to excessive force.
Conducted by ICE's Office of Detention Oversight, the inspection cited medical neglect and inadequate security.
U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar criticized the facility, saying conditions have not improved.
The report rated Camp East Montana as acceptable/adequate and recommended a new contractor.
The facility has housed nearly 3,000 detainees daily, many awaiting deportation.