Children's Entertainer Ms. Rachel Advocates for Closure of Texas ICE Facility Amid Concerns Over Child Detention
Children's entertainer Ms. Rachel, known for her work as an early childhood educator, has publicly called for the closure of the Dilley Immigration Processing Center in Texas. This facility, operated by CoreCivic, is one of the largest family detention centers in the U.S. and has faced scrutiny over its conditions. Ms. Rachel's involvement comes as part of a broader campaign by public figures and advocacy groups urging federal officials to shut down the facility due to allegations of inadequate medical care, unsafe living conditions, and limited access to basic necessities for children detained there. Her message, shared via an Instagram video, emphasized the need for children to be released from detention, stating they have 'done nothing wrong.' The campaign has gained attention following reports of illness outbreaks and concerns raised by legal advocates.