The Trump administration is increasing arrests of immigrants, with the goal of detaining and deporting more individuals. Trump’s “border czar” stated that ICE needs 100,000 beds, double the current capacity, to hold detainees. The administration is exploring expanding detention space at places like Guantánamo Bay. ICE has faced budget shortfalls, but the Laken Riley Act requires them to detain immigrants convicted of certain crimes. Congress has provided funding for an average of 41,500 detainees per day, costing $3.4 billion. The Biden administration has been seeking to expand detention space nationwide. The immigration detention system has faced criticism for various issues, such as lack of legal access and substandard medical care. The use of the Guantánamo Bay facility for detaining refugees has raised concerns about conditions and lengthy detentions. Overall, the immigration crackdown under the Trump administration has led to increased arrests and growing demand for detention space, with impacts on immigrants’ rights and the effectiveness of the system.
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