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What they’re doing is an end-run around the law that permits us to inspect and observe immigration detention facilities,” Goldman said. “They clearly have something to hide. All we want to do is see what the conditions are.”
A spokesperson for DHS said it requires at least a week’s prior notice for detention facility visits.
“ICE law enforcement has seen a surge in … disruptions and obstructions to enforcement, including by politicians themselves,” a DHS spokesperson told PIX11 News.
Espaillat and Goldman have both joined a lawsuit calling this policy unlawful.
A spokesperson for DHS said it requires at least a week’s prior notice for detention facility visits.
“ICE law enforcement has seen a surge in … disruptions and obstructions to enforcement, including by politicians themselves,” a DHS spokesperson told PIX11 News.
Espaillat and Goldman have both joined a lawsuit calling this policy unlawful.
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