Transgender migrants are being taught how to look more feminine while being held in an ICE detention unit dedicated specifically for housing transgender women, according to the agency.
Newly-released footage intended for media exposure showcases the specialized unit that features amenities like TVs, an outdoor recreational area, and a library as well as a medical staff “trained in [the] best practices for the care of transgender individuals.”
“This is the self-grooming class and the self-presentation class,” said a woman instructing a crowded room. “We’re going to learn about hair, makeup, and how to present yourself to the public so that your femininity is more apparent than just someone looking at you and questioning what your gender is.”
Located in Milan, New Mexico, ICE added the dedicated transgender unit to the Cibola County Correctional Center in 2017.
The following are promotional tweets from ICE’s official Twitter:
In 2017, ICE opened a dedicated unit for transgender women in the Cibola County Correctional Center in New Mexico, with common areas, televisions, microwaves, a library, and access to outdoor recreation. (2/) pic.twitter.com/skgQil2OA8
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
Cibola’s medical & detention staff are trained in best practices for the care of transgender individuals. A dedicated custody resource coordinator ensures detainee access to care & services, an partnerships with local transgender orgs provide peer support & other services (3/) pic.twitter.com/yLxkPyDycb
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
All transgender individuals detained in ICE detention facilities undergo an initial evaluation, including a physical exam & mental health eval, within 2 business days of intake for a general health assessment & to determine an appropriate treatment plan based on medical need (4/) pic.twitter.com/nmvatj7ayb
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
Further, all individuals in ICE custody have the unrestricted opportunity to freely request health care services – to include mental health and dental services – provided by a physician or other qualified medical staff in a clinical setting. (5/) pic.twitter.com/pSLF3arAj0
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
ICE is committed to upholding an immigration detention system that prioritizes the health, safety, and welfare of all of those in our care in custody, including LGBTI individuals. (6/) pic.twitter.com/kKwOWvrgv3
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
Decisions related to the location where individuals will be detained are made on a case-by-case basis, considering several factors, including – but not limited to – a transgender individual’s preference, the safety & well-being of the detainee & their ties to the community. (7/7) pic.twitter.com/BnjdEEECx5
— ICE (@ICEgov) June 13, 2019
Moreover, the transgender detainees are visited twice a week by a New Mexico-based legal aid organization reportedly not affiliated with the government to assist the asylum process by helping them prepare for their cases.
At a time when American cities are “overwhelmed” by the migrant surge made possible by weak laws and a border that has reached its “breaking point,” it’s no mystery why Twitter users slammed ICE’s decision to promote the facility.
Are you tired of winning yet??? We certainly are! We can’t take it anymore Mr. Trump, stop it with all this winning, we’re used to losing! You are definitely so different to Hillary Clinton and the Democrats. Everybody knows the Democrats are anti-gay and they would have never done such a thing.
Ohh wait, we forgot, Trump has nothing to do with this, he’s involved in playing intergalactic 4D chess for over 3 years now.
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