# US immigration detention condition allegations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-immigration-detention-condition-allegations > Updated: 2026-10-19T14:50:37.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2. U.S. lawmakers have raised concerns regarding the treatment of individuals held in immigration detention facilities across multiple regions. In September, Representatives Robert Garcia, Bennie Thompson, and Maxwell Frost initiated a formal inquiry into an ICE facility in Miramar, Florida. Citing whistleblower evidence, they alleged overcrowding and inadequate hygiene, including reports of detainees sleeping on floors and using hoses to brush teeth. The inquiry addressed concerns that men, women, families, and the elderly were held without sufficient food, medical care, or legal assistance. By October, oversight expanded to other locations. In Massachusetts, Representatives Gabe Amo, Jake Auchincloss, and Becca Balint conducted an unannounced visit to the ICE New England regional headquarters in Burlington, reporting that detainees lacked adequate food, beds, or showers. Additionally, Senator Adam Schiff raised concerns regarding a CBP facility at San Francisco International Airport, noting that detainees were reportedly held beyond the typical 72-hour maximum and faced difficulties contacting family or legal counsel. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: U.S. lawmakers raise concerns over immigration detention conditions U.S. lawmakers are criticizing detention conditions at ICE facilities in Massachusetts and CBP holding areas at San Francisco International Airport, citing issues with legal access and hygiene. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-lawmakers-raise-concerns-over-immigration-detention-conditions ### 2026-09-22: ICE facility in Miramar faces allegations of poor detention conditions U.S. lawmakers are investigating allegations of poor conditions at an ICE facility in Miramar, citing reports of overcrowding, lack of hygiene, and inadequate medical care for detainees. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ice-facility-in-miramar-faces-allegations-of-poor-detention-conditions --- Cite as: US immigration detention condition allegations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/us-immigration-detention-condition-allegations