Relatives of critically ill detainees in two Florida immigration jails report that forced deportations to unspecified African countries are imminent, despite deteriorating health conditions among those held. Authorities have arranged flights as early as this week, according to family accounts and an advocacy group tracking conditions inside the facilities. The Workers Circle, which has been communicating with detainees, warns that the transfers could occur before medical concerns are addressed. Concerns are rising over whether the detainees—who have no known connections to the destination countries—will receive proper care abroad.
Flights to third countries where the detainees have no ties are scheduled as early as Wednesday, relatives detailRelatives of gravely ill detainees at two Florida immigration jails say authorities are about to deport their loved ones to unknown countries in Africa despite worsening medical conditions.Flights are scheduled as early as Wednesday, according to the families and the immigration advocacy group the Workers Circle, which has been monitoring conditions and speaking with detainees inside two Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities in south Florida. Continue reading...
