holding cell
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So Pineda spent nearly two days in a holding cell at the ICE Boston Field Office with around 50 other people.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026
Marc Prokosch, a lawyer representing Ramos’ family, said that Liam and his father were moved to a family holding cell, though he could not confirm their location.
From Salon ● Jan. 22, 2026
Maduro is currently in a holding cell in Manhattan.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 10, 2026
Brown also said that ICE refused to provide key details about the holding cell at the Islip courthouse.
From Slate ● Dec. 20, 2025
I close my eyes for a second, allowing Fred to lead me back to the brig and my holding cell and the terrible aloneness that waits for me.
From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed
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