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Fox host Greg Gutfeld defends feeding maggots to ICE detainees: "Who cares…?"
By Daniel Villarreal at LGBTQ Nation
· May 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld yesterday defended maggots being fed to detainees at the Delaney Hall Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Newark, New Jersey. A majority of the detainees there have not been convicted of any crimes but are being held as part of a "civil" legal p
Why this matters
The defense of feeding maggots to ICE detainees by Fox News host Greg Gutfeld highlights the stark contrast in treatment and perception of individuals in detention facilities. The fact that a majority of detainees at Delaney Hall have not been convicted of any crimes, yet are being held in conditions that have sparked hunger strikes and protests, raises concerns about the erosion of human rights. Gutfeld's remarks also underscore the disconnect between the reality of detention facilities and the public's understanding of them. The National LGBTQ Task Force and other advocacy groups have long emphasized the need for improved conditions and protections for marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ individuals, in detention facilities. As clashes between federal authorities and protesters continue, the situation at Delaney Hall is likely to draw increased national attention, with many watching to see how federal officials respond to allegations of poor hygiene, healthcare, and nutrition at the facility.
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Category: rights ·
Published: May 29, 2026 ·
Source: LGBTQ Nation ·
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