Three Contractors Cited for Safety Violations in ICE Detention Camp Worker Death
Federal regulators have cited three subcontractors for serious safety violations linked to the July 2025 death of Hector Gonzalez, a construction worker crushed by falling materials while building the Camp East Montana immigration detention center in El Paso, Texas. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) identified hazards involving unstable loads and uncertified equipment operators. While two firms, JMJ Production Services and Fulfillment Personnel Services, settled for $15,000 fines each, Base International is contesting its $11,585 penalty. Base International is owned by Nathan Albers, a significant donor to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. The citations were highlighted in a report by watchdog group Public Citizen, which criticized the Trump administration for awarding billions in contracts to companies with poor safety records. The detention center, initially operated by Acquisition Logistics, has faced allegations of inhumane conditions and detainee deaths, leading to its replacement by Amentum Services. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding oversight and worker safety in the rapid construction of federal immigration facilities.
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Three Contractors Cited for Safety Violations in ICE Detention Camp Worker Death
Federal regulators have cited three subcontractors for serious safety violations linked to the July 2025 death of Hector Gonzalez, a construction worker crushed by falling materials while building the Camp East Montana immigration detention center in El Paso, Texas. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) identified hazards involving unstable loads and uncertified equipment operators. While two firms, JMJ Production Services and Fulfillment Personnel Services, settled for $15,000 fines each, Base International is contesting its $11,585 penalty. Base International is owned by Nathan Albers, a significant donor to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. The citations were highlighted in a report by watchdog group Public Citizen, which criticized the Trump administration for awarding billions in contracts to companies with poor safety records. The detention center, initially operated by Acquisition Logistics, has faced allegations of inhumane conditions and detainee deaths, leading to its replacement by Amentum Services. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding oversight and worker safety in the rapid construction of federal immigration facilities.
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