Two men arrested by ICE in S.F. today had complex medical needs

Two men arrested by ICE at San Francisco’s immigration court on Friday exhibited complex medical needs. One man required hospitalization after struggling to breathe during his arrest, while the specific medical issues of the second man are unknown. Advocates Henry Burg and Amanda Maya criticized ICE for not informing the men's families about their transfers or medical conditions. These arrests followed a previous case where a judge noted a man's mental impairment, raising concerns about ICE's treatment of vulnerable individuals. Burg emphasized that protections for such individuals have decreased under the Trump administration, stating, "Now, no one is [protected].

" ICE's detention policy considers serious medical conditions when deciding on detention placements, but the effectiveness of this policy remains in question. The situation underscores the ongoing challenges faced by immigrants in detention, particularly those with complex medical needs. Advocates continue to call for improved communication and care standards within ICE facilities.