Death Rate Among ICE Detainees Surging in 2026
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A recent study found that deaths among Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees have surged in 2026 after a long decline, with an annual mortality rate of 88.9 per 100,000 person-years. The study raises concerns about the medical care and mortality rates in ICE custody.
A study published in JAMA found that deaths among Immigration and Customs Enforcement detainees increased in 2026, with an annual mortality rate of 88.9 per 100,000 person-years. From 2004 to January 19, 2026, there were 272 deaths in ICE custody. The median age at death was 45 years, and most were male. The major causes of death varied over time, with infections and cardiovascular causes being common. The study's authors noted that recent increases in mortality occurred alongside major operational changes, including disrupted oversight mechanisms and rapid detention expansion. The findings raise clinical and ethical concerns about the medical care and mortality rates in ICE custody.
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