'Heartbreak': Congresswoman describes visit to Michigan ICE facility
February 18, 2026
"I got a chance to speak to a handful of the people who are detained. The stories range from heartbreaking to frustrating," Stevens said.
"What I saw today was not the worst of the worst. In fact, I had to ask about the safety and security," Stevens said.
"Do you have weapons on you? Do you carry firearms? No. Do you carry Tasers? No. So if this is the worst of the worst, then why don't we need our guards? They said no one in the facility has arms," Stevens said.
She also sought answers regarding the December death of Nenko Gantchev, a 56-year-old Chicago resident and native of Bulgaria. Officials are still reviewing the autopsy.