Congressman Joaquin Castro submitted amendments to end child detention and increase Congressional oversight of ICE practices.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Castro introduces amendments: Congressman Joaquin Castro has submitted two amendments to a $70 billion Senate reconciliation package. The amendments aim to end child detention and address restrictions imposed by ICE that limit Congress members' access to detained individuals.
Criticism of ICE practices: Castro criticized ICE's policies as abusive, stating, "Under Donald Trump, ICE has become a rogue and abusive agency." He called for the amendments to facilitate Congressional oversight and protect children from detention practices he deems inhumane.
Background on detention conditions: Castro noted that there are currently 97 children detained at the Dilley Detention Center, many exceeding the 20-day limit established by the Flores Settlement Agreement. He has visited this facility multiple times for oversight and advocacy efforts.
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Joaquin Castro Fundraising
Joaquin Castro recently disclosed $111.1K of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 15th, 2026. This was the 775th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. 90.1% came from individual donors.
Castro disclosed $22.7K of spending. This was the 1366th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Castro disclosed $170.4K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 921st most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
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Joaquin Castro Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Joaquin Castro:
- H.R.7675: Securing Partner Supply Chains Act
- H.R.7059: No Unauthorized War in Mexico Act
- H.R.6910: United States International Development Corporation Chief Development Officer Act
- H.R.6736: ARMAS Act of 2025
- H.R.6563: Terrorist Watchlist Modification Review Act
- H.R.6562: United States Development Finance Corporation Effectiveness Act
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