ICE imposes new restrictions on congressional visits to detention facilities
Reps. Mike Levin and Sara Jacobs made an unannounced oversight visit to Otay Mesa detention facility, after which ICE issued a new policy requiring two days' notice and detainee consent before lawmakers can speak with them.
Apr 2, 2026San Diego, CA
California House members Mike Levin and Sara Jacobs conducted an unannounced oversight visit to the Otay Mesa ICE detention facility in San Diego on May 11, 2026, following a federal court ruling that struck down a Trump administration policy requiring seven days' notice for congressional visits. During their visit, ICE handed Levin a letter outlining a new policy requiring two days' advance notice and written consent from detainees before members of Congress can speak with them. Levin criticized the new restrictions as an attempt to obstruct congressional oversight, stating that advance notice allows the facility time to prepare and conceal actual conditions.
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- Democrats pay visit to ICE detention facility where abuse claims are rife
The Guardian·Apr 3, 2026·archived copy
- San Diego Congressional representatives visit Otay Mesa Detention Center
KPBS·Apr 3, 2026·archived copy
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- ICE allows surprise visit from San Diego reps – with a catch
iNews Source·May 11, 2026·archived copy
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