Ilhan Omar: “I asked about hygiene. They told us they hold people for…”

“I opened the door. It didn't have a shower head. They pointed to an area where people were supposed to change. It said changing station. It didn't have a lock. I asked about hygiene. They told us they hold people for about 12 hours. So there wasn't a hygiene process, which was very alarming. I know that Representative Kelly Morrison, who is a physician herself, asked about any healthcare that might be provided. Again, we were told, you know, the longest they hold people for was 12 hours.” (04:34–04:43)

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