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U.S. Representative Tony Gonzales defended the living conditions at the South Texas Family Residential Center in Dilley, Texas, during a press briefing on Thursday following reports of a localized measles outbreak at the facility. Gonzales, whose district encompasses a large portion of the U.S.-Mexico border, sought to downplay concerns regarding the health crisis by comparing the infrastructure and amenities of the site to domestic public education facilities. The South Texas Family Residential Center currently serves as the only Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in the country authorized to house migrant children and their families. The Republican congressman’s remarks were aimed at countering criticisms from humanitarian advocates who have raised alarms over the safety and hygiene of the center during the viral outbreak. During his visit to the site, Gonzales stated that the facility is "nicer than some elementary schools" and argued that it is well-equipped to manage the arrivals of thousands of migrants. This comparison comes at a sensitive time, as health officials work to contain the spread of measles—a highly contagious respiratory disease—among a vulnerable population of asylum seekers who are often in close quarters within the detention system. Beyond the infrastructure assessment, Gonzales highlighted the strain placed on local resources and the logistical challenges of managing large-scale migration flows. While he praised the operational standards of the Dilley facility, the congressmen emphasized that the broader immigration system remains under immense pressure. Critics, however, argue that no matter how modern the facilities may appear, the detention of children and the mismanagement of preventable diseases like measles represent a significant failure in federal border policy. The situation continues to fuel a nationwide debate over the ethics of family detention and the government's preparedness for public health emergencies at the border.