The U.S. has started flying migrant criminals to Guantanamo Bay as part of efforts to remove illegal immigrants. A federal court granted a temporary restraining order blocking the transfer of three Venezuelan immigrants to the detention camp. Immigrant rights groups have raised concerns about the use of Guantanamo for this purpose.
Key Points
Trump administration has begun flying detained illegal immigrants to Guantanamo Bay
Federal court issued a temporary restraining order blocking the transfer of three Venezuelan immigrants
Immigrant rights groups have criticized the use of Guantanamo for detaining immigrants
Pros
Efforts to remove illegal immigrants from the U.S.
Cons
Concerns about the use of Guantanamo for detaining immigrants
Criticism of Guantanamo for inhumane abuse and torture