US Detention Centers Under Trump Admin Have Become "Worst of the Worst" Nightmare for Vulnerable Immigrants, Experts Say
A disturbing trend has emerged in US detention centers under the Trump administration, where vulnerable immigrants, including pregnant women and postpartum mothers, are being subjected to inhumane conditions. What was once considered a rare exception has now become routine, with countless reports of neglect, abuse, and exploitation.
The statistics are staggering. Only a fraction of those deported had criminal records in the US, while most were accused of minor offenses such as shoplifting or possession of drug paraphernalia. The vast majority – six out of 252 men who were deported to El Salvador's notorious CECOT prison – did not have convictions for violent crimes.
Despite this, the Trump administration continues to insist that it is targeting only the "worst of the worst" - including rapists and gang members. However, their tactics are often more brutal than necessary. The administration has even encouraged its base to revel in the suffering of these vulnerable individuals by releasing videos showcasing their deportation.
But one group stands out as particularly at risk: pregnant women and postpartum mothers. These women, many of whom were simply trying to build a better life for themselves and their families, are being torn from their loved ones, forced into overcrowded detention centers with inadequate sanitation, and denied basic medical care.
In one Louisiana facility, 14 pregnant women were found by Senate investigators, including one woman who was four months pregnant and experiencing severe bleeding. She had not seen a doctor in months. Another woman had a miscarriage while still bleeding and was deported.
According to the Women's Refugee Commission, these women are being subjected to conditions that are "beyond inhumane." They are often forced to sleep on concrete floors, with limited access to food, water, and medical care. Many have reported experiencing stress, anxiety, and trauma as a result of their detention.
One mother, who was separated from her 2-month-old baby, told the Women's Refugee Commission that she had not seen her child in months. Another woman, who was four months pregnant, was denied medication for gestational diabetes while in detention.
These heartbreaking stories are just the tip of the iceberg. Experts say that countless other women and families have been affected by the Trump administration's policies, with many unable to access basic necessities like food, water, and medical care due to inadequate detention conditions.
The US government's non-cooperation has made it impossible to track the exact numbers of women being detained in these conditions. However, one thing is clear: the situation is dire, and it requires immediate attention and action from policymakers and advocates.
As Mona Charen, policy editor of The Bulwark, put it, "Do you feel safer now? I feel deeply ashamed." It's time for the US government to take responsibility for its actions and ensure that all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, are treated with dignity and respect.
A disturbing trend has emerged in US detention centers under the Trump administration, where vulnerable immigrants, including pregnant women and postpartum mothers, are being subjected to inhumane conditions. What was once considered a rare exception has now become routine, with countless reports of neglect, abuse, and exploitation.
The statistics are staggering. Only a fraction of those deported had criminal records in the US, while most were accused of minor offenses such as shoplifting or possession of drug paraphernalia. The vast majority – six out of 252 men who were deported to El Salvador's notorious CECOT prison – did not have convictions for violent crimes.
Despite this, the Trump administration continues to insist that it is targeting only the "worst of the worst" - including rapists and gang members. However, their tactics are often more brutal than necessary. The administration has even encouraged its base to revel in the suffering of these vulnerable individuals by releasing videos showcasing their deportation.
But one group stands out as particularly at risk: pregnant women and postpartum mothers. These women, many of whom were simply trying to build a better life for themselves and their families, are being torn from their loved ones, forced into overcrowded detention centers with inadequate sanitation, and denied basic medical care.
In one Louisiana facility, 14 pregnant women were found by Senate investigators, including one woman who was four months pregnant and experiencing severe bleeding. She had not seen a doctor in months. Another woman had a miscarriage while still bleeding and was deported.
According to the Women's Refugee Commission, these women are being subjected to conditions that are "beyond inhumane." They are often forced to sleep on concrete floors, with limited access to food, water, and medical care. Many have reported experiencing stress, anxiety, and trauma as a result of their detention.
One mother, who was separated from her 2-month-old baby, told the Women's Refugee Commission that she had not seen her child in months. Another woman, who was four months pregnant, was denied medication for gestational diabetes while in detention.
These heartbreaking stories are just the tip of the iceberg. Experts say that countless other women and families have been affected by the Trump administration's policies, with many unable to access basic necessities like food, water, and medical care due to inadequate detention conditions.
The US government's non-cooperation has made it impossible to track the exact numbers of women being detained in these conditions. However, one thing is clear: the situation is dire, and it requires immediate attention and action from policymakers and advocates.
As Mona Charen, policy editor of The Bulwark, put it, "Do you feel safer now? I feel deeply ashamed." It's time for the US government to take responsibility for its actions and ensure that all individuals, regardless of their immigration status, are treated with dignity and respect.
like wut is goin on in those detention centers tho?! pregnant women & postpartum moms being held in cramped facilities w/ no sanitation & denied medical care 
how can that be considered humane? the stats r insane, most people deported had minor offenses not violent crimes... & now they're showin off vids of deportations like it's a thrill ride 
it's literally beyond inhumane... these women are being subjected to stress, anxiety, trauma & heartbreak 
their families r sufferin too, separated from loved ones & unable to access basic necessities... this is not "targeting the worst of the worst" it's just plain cruel. we need 2 take action ASAP! 
The vids they release are so sick too... like, no human should be treated like this. 
what's the point of deporting ppl who dont even have serious crimes 2 their name? 
those vids they release are so lowkey sadistic 
. I mean, cant they jus be humane & treat ppl w/ dignity 4 once?! 
This is a total nightmare scenario unfolding in our country's detention centers 
. It's like they're being pawns in some twisted game of human neglect.
. And it's not just the women – their babies are paying the price too 
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. And those videos they're releasing? Just fueling the fire and giving us a sickening glimpse into what's really going on behind closed doors.
. These women deserve basic human rights – food, water, medical care, and most importantly, love and respect 
. We can't just sit back and let this happen; someone's gotta speak up! 
anyone think this is being covered enough by the media? 
[here's a link to an article about it](https://www.npr.org/2023/02/16/1143421519/trump-detention-center-pregnant-women-postpartum-moms)
the fact that they're saying it's only for "worst of the worst" is like, so not true. those women are innocent people trying to live their lives, not violent offenders. 
pregnant women & new moms shouldn't be forced to sleep on concrete floors without basic medical care 
it's not just about their health, it's also about the trauma they're experiencing from being separated from their loved ones 
these women & families deserve better than to be treated like animals in detention centers 
It's like we're watching a horror movie, but this is real life. Pregnant women & postpartum moms are being torn from their loved ones & forced into deplorable conditions with NO basic medical care... it's insane! 
some were even denied meds for gestational diabetes!!! how can we expect them 2 be healthy when they're not gettin the care they need? 
gotta do somethin about this ASAP 