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Democratic Lawmakers Barred by ICE From Unannounced Oversight Visits at Jacob Javits and Roybal Buildings, Demand Disciplinary Actions

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Updated Jun 11, 2025, 04:35 PM

Several Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives were denied access by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to conduct unannounced oversight visits at ICE detention facilities, including the Jacob Javits Federal Building and the Roybal Building. By law, members of Congress have the right to enter these facilities without prior scheduling to investigate conditions and treatment of detainees. Representatives Nydia Velazquez, Adriano Espaillat, and Luz Rivas reported that ICE personnel blocked their visits over the weekend, actions that have been described as unlawful. The lawmakers have called for accountability and disciplinary measures against ICE staff responsible for denying access, emphasizing their commitment to exposing any mistreatment of immigrants and holding the agency accountable.

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Congresswoman Luz Rivas

@RepLuzRivas

When I attempted to visit the Roybal Building on Saturday, ICE personnel violated federal law and blocked my colleagues and me from conducting oversight into this Administration. I'm demanding answers from ICE regarding disciplinary actions for these personnel, as well as an

Democracy Now!

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Democratic Reps. Barred from Visiting ICE Detention Facilities

Congresswoman Luz Rivas

@RepLuzRivas

FACT: By law, Members of Congress have the right to conduct unannounced oversight visits to ICE facilities and detention centers. REALITY: ICE blocked my colleagues and me from doing that on Saturday. ICE broke the law, and I'm demanding answers and disciplinary actions.