Detention Without Reform: The Troubling Extension of Camp East Montana The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) decision to extend the lease on the migrant detention centre in El Paso, Texas, is a stark reminder that despite mounting criticism, the agency remains committed to detaining migrants rather than reforming its practices.
The $776m price tag for taxpayers raises questions about what ICE is trying to achieve. The facility at Camp East Montana has been plagued by reports of human rights abuses since it opened in August 2025.
Three detainees have died on site, with concerns raised about the quality of food and medical care provided.