Detainees at Adelanto launch hunger strike over conditions
2026-05-19: Detainees at Adelanto launch hunger strike over conditions — Between 20 and 40 immigrants at the GEO Group-run Desert View Annex of the Adelanto complex began a hunger and economic strike protesting mold, contaminated water, denied medical care, and reduced food portions, LA Public Press and Mission Local reported. A California Department of Justice inspection released May 15 documented severe overcrowding, delayed medical care, and excessive use of force; DHS denies a strike is occurring.