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Senators decry secrecy over ICE deportation restraints

Eleven Democratic senators said "near-total secrecy" around deportation flights and ICE's use of the WRAP raised serious human rights concerns, urging the agency to pause the full body restraint until it explains its policies. Citing an AP investigation, Sen. Chris Van Hollen and colleagues questioned transparency. Advocates say ICE isn't tracking the device as required by law. DHS has not answered detailed questions; a spokesperson said ICE practices meet legal standards. Rep. Delia Ramirez is working on a bill as AP also reported deaths tied to restraint use by local agencies.

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