Mexican migrant dies in ICE detention center in Laredo, Texas

Emiliano Andrade Covarrubias, a 56-year-old migrant from Jacala de Ledezma, Hidalgo, died while in the custody of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at the Rio Grande Processing Center in Laredo, Texas.

Family members allege that negligence led to his death, claiming he did not receive adequate medical care for chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and hypertension, during his nearly four months of detention. ICE has categorically rejected these accusations, stating that the required medical support was provided during his stay.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that legal actions will be taken to clarify the circumstances and determine responsibility. The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that at least 18 Mexicans have died under ICE custody in various circumstances, many of which remain unpunished.