Celebrities Demand Closure of 'Inhumane' Texas ICE Detention Center

Pedro Pascal, Ms. Rachel, and dozens more sign open letter calling for the shutdown of Dilley facility over human rights concerns.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 11:42pm

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An abstract, fragmented painting in muted tones depicting a group of people in a confined, institutional setting, conveying a sense of chaos and confinement without any specific identifiable elements.Prominent figures in entertainment demand the closure of an 'inhumane' Texas immigration detention center over alleged human rights violations.Dilley Today

Dozens of high-profile celebrities, including actors Pedro Pascal and Ms. Rachel, have signed an open letter demanding the closure of an ICE detention center in Dilley, Texas, citing 'inhumane conditions' that violate the basic health, safety, and human rights of the children and families held there.

Why it matters

The Dilley detention center has long been a target of criticism from human rights groups over its treatment of immigrant detainees, particularly children. This public call to action from prominent figures in entertainment and media could increase pressure on authorities to address the alleged abuses and potentially lead to the facility's closure.

The details

The open letter, organized by advocacy groups, states that 'children held in immigration detention endure trauma, neglect and conditions that violate basic standards of health, safety, dignity and human rights.' It calls on the Biden administration and Congress to immediately shut down the Dilley facility and end the use of family detention.

  • The open letter was published on March 30, 2026.

The players

Pedro Pascal

An acclaimed actor known for roles in shows like 'The Mandalorian' and 'Game of Thrones'.

Ms. Rachel

A popular children's entertainer and social media personality.

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What’s next

The Biden administration and Congress will face increased pressure to address the alleged human rights abuses at the Dilley detention center and consider shutting down the facility in response to this high-profile open letter.

The takeaway

This campaign by celebrities highlights the ongoing controversy over the treatment of immigrant detainees, especially children, in the U.S. immigration system and could lead to meaningful reforms if the authorities respond to the public outcry.