Amidst allegations of inhumane conditions at Krome Detention Center in Southwest Miami-Dade, a call to action has emerged in the form of a planned protest. The unrest follows the emergence of troubling TikTok videos, allegedly showing detainees in overcrowded and poor living conditions, sleeping on floors and chairs. These images, highlighting a sharp contrast to the freedoms outside the center’s fences, have sparked local outrage and widespread concern.

The detainees' situation was highlighted by one man's plea for help, shared in a video in Spanish that quickly spread online. He describes the harsh conditions many face within the detention center, including a lack of beds and a growing sense of desperation. According to an interview with WSVM, Vilerka Bilbao from the American Immigration Lawyers Association chastised the center's conditions, stating, "Prolonged and unnecessary detention in unsafe conditions puts migrants at severe risk of illness, abuse, and even death."

The outrage extends to the detainees' families, who have found their loved ones subjected to what they describe as substandard treatment. In a narrative that illustrates the human impact of immigration policy, Marlene Amador Costafreda told NBC Los Angeles about the conditions faced by her fiancé, noting that he, along with others, are "being treated like dogs" without air conditioning, medical attention, or even basic bathroom privileges.

The facility's issues have not gone unnoticed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which admitted to challenges including overcrowding, albeit without disclosing specific population figures due to operational and security concerns. As per a statement, ICE is taking measures to mitigate these conditions, including transferring detainees, expediting processing, and coordinating with local and state entities.

A protest has been scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m. outside the Krome Detention Center's gates. It is organized in response to the concerns raised from within the facility and highlights ongoing efforts for improved conditions.