Detained hundreds of U.S. citizens, and lied about it
A congressional investigation found that U.S. immigration agents have repeatedly detained, interrogated, and mistreated American citizens, exposing systemic failures in how agencies verify identity and conduct enforcement. The report documents cases where citizens were wrongfully held—sometimes for extended periods—due to errors, racial profiling, or lack of due process, with little accountability for the harm caused. Lawmakers and advocates warn that these incidents point to deeper structural problems within immigration enforcement, including inadequate oversight, poor training, and policies that prioritize aggressive tactics over civil rights protections.