Family detention centers

Family detention centers are facilities where the U.S. government temporarily holds immigrant families, including children, who are awaiting decisions on their immigration status or potential deportation. These centers provide basic accommodations and services but are designed to keep families together during processing. Critics argue they can be stressful and raise concerns about children’s well-being, while supporters believe they enable efficient management of immigration cases. The use of such centers is part of broader immigration enforcement policies and remains a topic of public debate, balancing legal immigration processes with human rights considerations.