Leqaa Kordia, a 33-year-old Palestinian woman held at the Prairieland Detention Facility in Texas, claims she suffered a seizure after collapsing, attributing the incident to the facility's harsh living conditions. Kordia, who has been detained for nearly a year following her arrest at a pro-Palestinian protest in New York, stated the facility’s 'filthy' environment has severely impacted her health. After a three-day hospitalization where she was reportedly shackled, Kordia spoke about the struggles she faces, including inadequate access to necessary nutrition and healthcare. Her serious condition is a stark reminder of the struggles many face within the U.S. immigration system.
Palestinian Woman Alleges Inhumane Conditions in U.S. Detention
Leqaa Kordia, a Palestinian woman held for nearly a year in a Texas immigration facility, claims that poor conditions led to a serious health crisis. Her statements reveal the alarming realities faced by detainees.
Leqaa Kordia, who has spent almost a year in U.S. immigration detention, experienced a seizure linked to alleged inhumane conditions at the Prairieland Detention Facility. After being hospitalized for three days, she returned to detention, shackled and without communication options. Kordia's health has deteriorated due to inadequate food and stressful conditions. Notably, Kordia was arrested following protests at Columbia University after family members in Gaza were killed. Her situation has drawn attention to the treatment of detainees under the current immigration regime.
