Senator Murray Statement on DHS OIG's Report on Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma, Washington

Statement

"It's important that the OIG conducted this inspection--my staff visited this center recently and I have also brought up my concerns regarding this facility to Secretary Mayorkas directly. I want to be clear: ICE must comply with federal standards to provide facilities that keep its detainees safe and healthy while protecting the rights they are entitled to under the law.

We are talking about the wellbeing and safety of actual people--this has to be a priority for the federal government and we have a serious moral obligation to do right by the people who are under the care of our federal agencies. I will continue to follow this closely and keep in touch with DHS to see that the OIG's recommendations are being implemented carefully and with real consideration for the rights and dignity of the people in their care."

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