In Chicago, conditions for detained immigrants are being improved

• Judge Gettleman issued directives regarding the improvement of conditions in the facility.
• ICE is seeking a supplier for meals for those detained in Chicago.
• Detained individuals are facing unsanitary conditions and insufficient food.

Chicago (AP) — A federal judge expressed optimism regarding changes to the conditions of detention in immigration facilities in the Chicago area, where "inhumane" conditions had previously been identified. Judge Robert Gettleman stated that the government is implementing necessary changes, such as regular cleaning, providing daily meals, and ensuring access to drinking water and milk for the detained. According to the latest report, staff began serving meals in the detention rooms twice a day.

In court, evidence was presented regarding the overcrowded cells, lack of bedding, and problems with water. Gettleman referred to these conditions as "unconstitutionally harsh." He directed the government to address communication issues, noting that advocates for the detained cannot connect with their clients through inactive phones.

Currently, immigration and customs enforcement (ICE) is trying to find suppliers for meals for the detained individuals, after a judge dismissed the previous policy that proposed limited food. Now, ICE is seeking a contractor to provide three meals a day for 70 detainees, which should meet food standards.

The changes being implemented are a response to the complaints of advocates and the detained individuals, who indicated the inadequate conditions of detention, including insufficient meals and unsanitary conditions.

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