Guantanamo Bay: From Terror to Immigration Detention

President Donald Trump's January 2025 announcement to repurpose Guantanamo Bay as a migrant detention center for up to 30,000 individuals has sparked widespread controversy. The plan, detailed in the Laken Riley Act, faces strong opposition from human rights advocates and international observers who cite the facility's history of human rights abuses. Conversely, some Republican figures support the initiative, framing it as a necessary measure for border security. Concerns focus on the conflation of migrants with terrorists, the facility's dilapidated condition, and the lack of clear operational details. Ultimately, the proposal highlights the deep divisions within the U.S. regarding immigration policy and human rights.