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A Congressman Questioned Reports of Deadly Conditions at an ICE Detention Center. Then Two More People Died.

Nearly 60 people have died in detention, as calls against medical neglect, inedible food, and unsanitary conditions continue. Congress must establish standards of care and accountability.

Nearly 60 people have died in detention, as calls against medical neglect, inedible food, and unsanitary conditions continue. Congress must establish standards of care and accountability.

Editor’s Note: Amol Sinha is a civil rights attorney and the executive director at the ACLU of New Jersey where he oversees litigation and advocacy to advance the rights of all New Jerseyans. This post was originally published by USA Today Network New Jersey .

Immigration detention is cruel and inhumane.…