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15 Mexican Nationals Die in ICE Custody; Sheinbaum Demands Action

4/15/2026

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In April 2026, a Mexican national died in ICE custody, prompting President Claudia Sheinbaum to call the fatalities unacceptable.
Sheinbaum called for daily visits by Mexican officials to ICE detention centers to defend Mexicans facing deportation.
Since January 2025, 15 Mexican nationals have died in ICE custody.
The Mexican Foreign Ministry demanded immediate action, citing serious deficiencies in ICE facilities.
Immigrant advocates report 17 deaths in 2026, including four Mexicans.

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In April 2026, a Mexican national died in ICE custody, prompting President Claudia Sheinbaum to call the fatalities unacceptable.
Sheinbaum called for daily visits by Mexican officials to ICE detention centers to defend Mexicans facing deportation.
Since January 2025, 15 Mexican nationals have died in ICE custody.
The Mexican Foreign Ministry demanded immediate action, citing serious deficiencies in ICE facilities.
Immigrant advocates report 17 deaths in 2026, including four Mexicans.