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Underwood Claims 52 ICE Deaths, DHS Disputes, Hearing Falters

7/1/2026

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Rep. Lauren Underwood cited a report of 52 ICE custody deaths during President Donald Trump’s second term and said ICE has not updated figures since April 28.
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Underwood’s numbers were inaccurate and cited a 0.009% death rate.
Committee Chairman Mark Amodei warned that the chaotic exchange could collapse the hearing format and that the meeting might be rescheduled if order was not restored.

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Rep. Lauren Underwood cited a report of 52 ICE custody deaths during President Donald Trump’s second term and said ICE has not updated figures since April 28.
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said Underwood’s numbers were inaccurate and cited a 0.009% death rate.
Committee Chairman Mark Amodei warned that the chaotic exchange could collapse the hearing format and that the meeting might be rescheduled if order was not restored.