Event Brief
Investigation details secret US deportation deals
By The BriefBrief · Sources (7)
Filed: Sep 21, 2026 at 2:20 AM ET
UPDATED Sep 21, 2026 at 4:09 AM ET
Summary: A Guardian investigation says thousands of migrants were deported from the US through “shadowy deals” with dozens of countries, including detainees flown in shackles who were not told where they were going. The report describes a “show of force” and says the arrangements cost American taxpayers millions.
WHO: The Guardian investigation
WHAT: Report alleges secret US deportation deals with dozens of countries and describes detainees being flown in shackles without being told their destination.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: No specific cause is reported; the article focuses on alleged secret deportation arrangements and their costs.
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