Frequently Asked Questions
Q:What is the relationship between ICE and private prison contractors?
ICE contracts with private prison companies to detain individuals, and these contractors lobby for financial support from banks.
Q:How much did ICE's private prison contractors spend on lobbying?
ICE's private prison contractors spent millions on lobbying efforts.
Q:What is the goal of the lobbying efforts by private prison contractors?
The goal is to persuade banks to provide loans to support their operations.
Q:Why do private prison contractors need loans from banks?
They require loans to finance their facilities and operations related to detaining individuals for ICE.
Q:What impact does lobbying have on banks' decisions?
Lobbying can influence banks' willingness to extend loans to private prison contractors.
