American Oversight filed a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security for the release of records that may shed light on the deaths of people in the custody of Trump administration immigration authorities.

Lawsuit filed by American Oversight against the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for records concerning deaths of people in custody of immigration authorities, including compliance reviews, complaints, timelines and internal reports.

During ordinary times, government transparency maintains a functioning democracy. But during the coronavirus outbreak, it can also save lives.

Customs and Border Protection has rejected American Oversight's request for copies of the healthcare and security compliance analyses completed as part of the review process for individuals who have died in custody.

FOIA to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) seeking copies of the Security and Compliance Analysis components of Detainee Death Review reports for individuals who have died in DHS custody.