Lawmaker says ICE moved detained children toward Venezuela deportation as earthquakes killed thousands

A U.S. lawmaker has accused Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) of moving detained children toward deportation to Venezuela while earthquakes were killing thousands in the country.

The lawmaker, who has not been named, stated that ICE continued the transfer of children despite the catastrophic earthquakes that struck Venezuela, causing widespread casualties.

The allegation raises questions about the agency's handling of minors in its custody during a humanitarian crisis.

ICE has not yet responded to the accusation.