Law Students Expose Disturbing Conditions at El Paso ICE Detention Center

A recent visit by law students and attorneys to the Camp East Montana ICE detention facility in El Paso revealed alarming conditions for detainees. Opened in August 2025 at a cost of $1.2 billion, the facility houses around 3,000 immigrants, many of whom are taken from their jobs and families across the country. Detainees reported inadequate food, unsanitary conditions, and limited access to medical care. The facility's design, with only five toilets for 72 people, exacerbates the dire situation. The authors, representing Fordham Law School’s Feerick Center for Social Justice, argue that the treatment of these individuals reflects a loss of humanity and integrity in American society. They call for congressional oversight and a halt to additional funding for ICE operations.

Key Details: • Camp East Montana opened in August 2025 and can house up to 5,000 detainees. • The facility cost taxpayers $1.2 billion to construct. • Detainees reported only five toilets available for 72 people, leading to unsanitary conditions. • Three detainees have died in custody in the past two months. • Congress is urged to investigate the facility and reconsider funding for ICE.