# Government’s Dirty Hands in Private Prisons | Irvine News

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Podcast: [Irvine News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/irvine-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7571856)
Published: 2026-07-11T01:22:46+00:00
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A federal attorney tried to shift blame for horrific conditions at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center onto GEO Group, claiming the private contractor runs the facility and makes all day-to-day decisions. But detainee lawyers hit back, exposing a government flip-flop — just years ago, officials called private prisons “federal prisons” when operating for the government. Detainees allege widespread abuse: moldy towels, inadequate medical care, poor food, and contaminated water — all backed by over 20 firsthand accounts. The government’s lawyer denied problems exist and argued the government can’t fix what GEO doesn’t report — but the judge looked deeply skeptical, questioning whether the government can dodge constitutional responsibility once it hires a contractor. Detainees’ lawyers want this to become a class-action lawsuit, while the government seeks to dismiss the entire case — and the judge knows time is running out. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/07fc8f3f33f487f8

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