Is Louisiana's Angola Prison Now Holding Immigrants? A controversial new detention center has opened within its walls.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently opened a facility inside Louisiana's Angola prison, a site known for its history and notoriety. The move, initially planned during the Trump administration, will house ICE detainees, specifically those considered violent, according to WAFB.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the opening, citing a need for increased detention capacity. Currently, Angola houses Camp 57, which will now be dedicated to ICE detainees, raising concerns about the conditions and treatment of those held.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem defended the choice, stating the prison's existing infrastructure made it a suitable location. The decision has sparked immediate criticism from human rights groups and advocates for immigrants.
The new facility's operation will be closely monitored, with potential implications for both the prison system and immigration policy nationwide.
