Four migrants died in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody within the first 10 days of 2026, following a 2025 that saw the highest death toll in two decades. The deceased included individuals from Honduras, Cuba, and Cambodia, with causes ranging from heart issues to drug withdrawal. This surge in deaths occurs as the Trump administration aims to increase deportations and detention numbers. While advocates call for shuttering detention centers, a DHS spokesperson stated the death rate is in line with historic norms and care standards are maintained.