U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez (IL-03) joined fellow members of Congress in conducting an oversight visit to the Campbell County Detention Center in Newport, Kentucky, where she met with constituents being held in ICE custody. Following the visit, Rep. Ramirez described the conditions as “devastating,” citing concerns raised by detainees regarding access to medical care, nutrition, and prolonged detention.
According to the report, two Illinois constituents with diabetes alleged they had experienced delays in receiving appropriate medication, including insulin, and raised concerns about the quality of food provided. Rep. Ramirez also said detainees described limited access to outdoor recreation and uncertainty surrounding their legal proceedings. Facility officials disputed the allegations and maintained that detainees receive appropriate medical care and accommodations.
The visit is part of ongoing congressional oversight of immigration detention facilities as lawmakers continue to examine conditions of confinement, access to medical care, and due process for individuals in federal immigration custody. Rep. Ramirez and her colleagues announced they would seek additional information from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the concerns raised during the visit.
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