What happens in an ICE detention center?

An ICE detention center is a secure facility where people are held while their immigration status is reviewed. Detainees are commonly assigned to large dormitories with dozens of beds, shared bathrooms, shared showers, and limited privacy for security reasons. Facilities generally provide three meals a day, basic hygiene items such as soap, toothpaste, and deodorant, and access to hot showers. Most centers allow access to telephones, and some provide tablets for messaging, email, or video communication with family, depending on the facility. Conditions and daily routines are controlled by the detention center and can vary by location.