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#Convention Against Torture

The UN Convention Against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment (CAT) — a binding treaty absolutely prohibiting torture with no exceptions. The U.S. ratified CAT in 1994.

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Grade 4 of 5: Critical Rights and Rule-of-Law Concern

Secret Deportation of 252 Venezuelans to CECOT Mega-Prison

252 Venezuelans were secretly deported to CECOT, where HRW documented torture, sexual violence, prolonged incommunicado detention, and denial of basic necessities. At least 48.8% had no criminal history in the United States, and at least 62 had asylum cases pending. All 252 were sent to Venezuela in a July 18, 2025 prisoner exchange.