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Rep. Wasserman Schultz Slams Inhumane Conditions at Florida Detention Center

4/10/2026

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U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz described conditions at a Florida immigrant detention center as inhumane.
She reported 32 men housed in cages with minimal food and poor sanitation.
The facility is operated by the Florida Department of Emergency Management.
The Florida Department of Emergency Management says it follows federal ICE standards, including daily toilet cleaning.
Democrats have increased inspection visits to ICE facilities amid ongoing scrutiny.

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U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz described conditions at a Florida immigrant detention center as inhumane.
She reported 32 men housed in cages with minimal food and poor sanitation.
The facility is operated by the Florida Department of Emergency Management.
The Florida Department of Emergency Management says it follows federal ICE standards, including daily toilet cleaning.
Democrats have increased inspection visits to ICE facilities amid ongoing scrutiny.