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A new immigration detention facility, Camp 57, opened in Louisiana's Angola prison. Housing over 400 undocumented immigrants convicted of serious crimes, it's part of a state-federal agreement. The facility, described as highly secure, has already received 51 detainees, some convicted of murder and rape. The location's notorious history and remote setting are cited as reasons for its selection. However, increased detainee transfers under the current administration raise concerns about access to legal counsel and family contact.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.