DHS Opens Louisiana Angola Prison Immigration Detention Facility

The Trump administration has opened a new immigration detention facility inside the Louisiana State Penitentiary, also known as Angola, to house more than 400 undocumented immigrants convicted of serious crimes. This facility, named Camp 57, is part of a partnership between Louisiana and the federal government, designed to consolidate the most violent offenders in one location. Officials, including Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, emphasized the prison's notorious reputation and harsh conditions as fitting for these detainees, many of whom have been convicted of crimes such as murder and rape. The move is described as part of the administration’s broader crackdown on illegal immigration, focusing on incarcerating those considered the 'worst of the worst.' The facility's remote location, surrounded by alligator-infested waters and dense forest, underscores the security measures intended to contain these inmates. This initiative reflects a coordinated effort to address violent crime among undocumented immigrants through enhanced detention strategies.