Dilley Detention Center

The Dilley Detention Center, located in Dilley, Texas, is the country's only immigrant family detention center. It gained prominence during the Trump administration when families were sent there starting in April 2025. Recently, the number of families detained at Dilley has significantly decreased, with a reported 75% drop in February compared to the previous month. Despite this decrease, the center remains newsworthy due to reports of strict conditions and alleged clampdowns. For instance, there are accounts of guards eavesdropping and seizing artwork created by children. The center's operations continue to be relevant as they impact families seeking asylum or refuge in the United States, as evidenced by the recent release of a father and his five-year-old son who returned to Minnesota after being detained at the facility.