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Inside Immigrant Detention

201817 minPG-13

Synopsis

Since 2003, 179 people have died in U.S. immigration detention centers while awaiting deportation.

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Why Watch

  • See how Sheriff Joe Arpaio's practices influenced national policy.
  • Find out about the conditions in U.S. immigrant detention centers.
  • Meet Donald Trump and his views on immigration enforcement.

Did You Know

  • Sheriff Joe Arpaio was found guilty of federal criminal contempt for racial profiling.
  • Immigration arrests surged nearly 40 percent after Donald Trump took office.
  • Sheriff Arpaio operated an outdoor jail called tent city, where inmates wore pink.

Perfect For

Immigration policy enthusiastsCriminal justice advocatesPolitical history buffs
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was Sheriff Joe Arpaio found guilty of?

Sheriff Joe Arpaio was found guilty of federal criminal contempt for racial profiling while in office.

What did Donald Trump grant to Sheriff Joe Arpaio?

Donald Trump granted Sheriff Joe Arpaio a full and unconditional pardon.

How much did immigration arrests increase after Trump took office?

Immigration arrests surged nearly 40 percent after Donald Trump took office.

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