Puerto Rico 2019

Richard Ross's 2019 photograph *Puerto Rico* is a poignant portrayal of a man in a detention center. The subject, seated on a cot and covered by a blanket, appears isolated and vulnerable. The stark, bare room reinforces the sense of confinement and hardship, prompting viewers to consider the human cost of immigration policies. The photograph is part of Ross's ongoing project documenting the experiences of detained children and adults at the U.S.-Mexico border.