Women detained by U.S. immigration agents while pregnant are speaking out about their experiences, detailing severe inadequacies in care provided within detention facilities. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has reached out to the Trump administration, urging a stop to the detention of pregnant women, citing accounts of mistreatment such as shackling and inadequate nutrition. While the Department of Homeland Security insists that these women receive proper medical care and nutrition, many detainees recount deeply concerning experiences, including not receiving special diets during their pregnancies. As calls for investigations and policy changes grow louder from lawmakers and advocacy groups, the question remains whether the conditions will improve for pregnant women in ICE custody.
Concerns Raised Over Treatment of Pregnant Women in ICE Detention

Concerns Raised Over Treatment of Pregnant Women in ICE Detention
A letter by the ACLU highlights the struggles of pregnant women detained by U.S. immigration agents, sparking calls for policy changes.
In recent letters to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), pregnant women in detention have described inadequate care, including shackling during transport and insufficient medical attention. Amidst growing concerns from Democrats and immigrant rights advocates, the ACLU's reports of mistreatment have prompted demands for an end to the detention of expectant mothers. The Department of Homeland Security claims these women receive the necessary prenatal care, but many detainees describe troubling conditions.