Activists denounced systematic abuses suffered by migrants at ports of entry on the southern border of the United States.
During a press conference, Fernando García, executive director of the border network for human rights, presented the testimonies of more than 4,000 victims, which evidence abusive conduct by federal agents. Among the abuses reported by the migrants are insults and humiliations as part of an intimidating practice and psychological violence.
For its part, Customs and Border Protection told Telemundo News that agents interact with travelers trying to maintain the highest level of professionalism.
Stay up-to-date on immigration with our YouTube channel.