Miami-Dade Mayor Requests DHS Inspection of Krome Detention Center Amid Overcrowding Concerns

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has formally requested a tour of the Krome Detention Center amid alarming reports of overcrowding and inhumane conditions, including inadequate access to food and water, unsanitary confinement, and medical neglect. In her letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, she emphasized the need for humane treatment of detainees, many of whom are green card holders and long-time community members, as deportations under the Trump administration have escalated. These deteriorating conditions have sparked protests and public outcry, with demonstrators calling for better treatment of detained immigrants. Reports from former detainees indicate severe overcrowding, long waits for medical care, and distressing living situations. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement acknowledged the increased population but stated they are working to manage capacity while adhering to federal standards. Levine Cava's request underscores the ongoing tension between immigration enforcement and the welfare of those detained in these facilities.