Cuban national Isidro Perez, who lived in the U.S. for nearly 60 years, has reportedly died in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. His death has marked the twelfth in ICE facilities this year. The incident has sparked public and legislative outrage over ICE’s lack of accountability and the need for improved detainee conditions.

Border Czar Tom Homan responded to questions about Perez’s death by stating that fatalities in ICE custody have not been unusual. He emphasized ICE’s efforts to address detainee health and has urged a focus on lives saved by the agency.

Homan said, “I’m unaware of that, I’m not aware of that. I mean people die in ICE custody, people die in county jail, people die in state prisons.”

Homan added, “The question should be how many lives does ICE save because when they go into detention, we find many with diseases and stuff that we deal with right away to prevent that. So I’m not aware of that specific case but I’ll say this, people can argue with me all they want but the facts are the facts.”

Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA) condemned the inhumane treatment of detainees, citing denial of basic necessities. Critics argued that acknowledging deaths in custody has fallen short without accountability.

Chu said, “They are undergoing conditions that are inhumane, in my opinion. They were not able to change their underwear for 10 days.”

ICE reiterated its commitment to detainee safety, outlining medical protocols such as screenings and emergency care. However, lawmakers have reported ongoing barriers to oversight due to new guidelines.

ICE stated, “ICE remains committed to ensuring that all those in its custody reside in safe, secure, and humane environments. Comprehensive medical care is provided from the moment individuals arrive and throughout the entirety of their stay.”

ICE added, “All people in ICE custody receive medical, dental and mental health intake screening within 12 hours of arriving at each detention facility, a full health assessment within 14 days of entering ICE custody or arrival at a facility, access to medical appointments and 24-hour emergency care. At no time during detention is a detained illegal alien denied emergent care.”

Despite criticism, Homan has directed inquiries to ICE’s website, asserting that the agency has upheld the highest detention standards in the industry.

Tom Homan is a sack-of-shit liar!

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