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Paterson Today
By the People, for the People
Paterson Resident Alleges Mistreatment in ICE Detention
Leqaa Kordia claims he was treated "like an animal" while hospitalized in ICE custody.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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Leqaa Kordia, a resident of Paterson, New Jersey, has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since March 2025 over an alleged visa violation. Kordia recently spoke out about his experience being hospitalized while in ICE custody, saying he felt he was treated "like an animal".
Why it matters
Kordia's case highlights ongoing concerns about the treatment of immigrants in ICE detention facilities, with allegations of substandard medical care and inhumane conditions. As a sanctuary city, Paterson has sought to limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, making Kordia's case particularly notable within the community.
The details
Details about Kordia's specific allegations and the circumstances surrounding his hospitalization while in ICE custody remain limited. However, his claims of mistreatment add to a broader pattern of concerns raised by immigrant advocates and civil rights groups about the conditions and practices within the U.S. immigration detention system.
- Leqaa Kordia has been held in ICE detention since March 2025.
The players
Leqaa Kordia
A resident of Paterson, New Jersey who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since March 2025 over an alleged visa violation.
The takeaway
Kordia's case underscores the need for continued scrutiny and reform of the U.S. immigration detention system, particularly in light of persistent allegations of substandard medical care and inhumane conditions for detainees.
