US deportees in black box' in Panama with no access to counsel, lawyers say
Briefly

Immigrant lawyers are alarmed by the situation of approximately 112 deported individuals being held in a remote camp in Panama, where they lack legal access and communication. Originating from various countries, these families were sent there without asylum screenings, leading to fears for their safety and future. The arrangement between the U.S. and Panama has sparked outrage among human rights advocates who criticize the lack of transparency and adequate legal protections for those affected. Amidst the complex deportation process and political backdrop, the deportees' plight remains dire and uncertain, with calls for justice and accountability.
Lawyers for immigrants report that their clients, deported to a Panamanian jungle camp, are isolated without communication or legal counsel while awaiting asylum decisions.
Panama has become a stop for deportees from the U.S., raising concerns about their safety and rights, as they await unclear asylum outcomes.
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