California Inspects Detention Centers Amid Rising Deaths
Highest death toll since inspections began seven years ago.
Trump's deportation campaign caused a 162% increase in detainees between 2023 and 2025.
Medical and detention resources are strained.
Bonta blames the campaign and policy changes restricting bond releases.
Six detainees died in the past year.
Detainees face poor access to clean water, inadequate food, and delayed medical care.
Private operators claim to meet standards, but investigators say they are failing.
Bonta pushes for Senate Bill 1399 to make inspections permanent beyond 2027.
Community briefing on June 9, 2026.
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