A two-month-old baby, named Juan Nicolás, who was suffering from bronchitis, was deported along with his mother from a migrant detention center in Dilley, Texas, after being taken to a local hospital for urgent treatment. This incident comes to light through a Democratic congressman, Joaquín Castro, who expressed alarm over the treatment of migrant families in detention centers which have been criticized for their harsh conditions. The family was reportedly held in the detention center for more than three weeks, during which they faced significant hardships.

The hospitalization of the infant prompted immediate concerns about his health and well-being, as reports indicated that Juan was