Maryland legislators express opposition to plans for a 1,500-person ICE detention facility in Washington County due to transparency concerns.
Quiver AI Summary
Maryland lawmakers express concerns over ICE facility plans: U.S. Senators and Representatives from Maryland are opposing the Department of Homeland Security's plan to convert a warehouse in Washington County into a 1,500-person immigration detention facility. They cited issues with transparency, potential impacts on local infrastructure, and concerns over ICE's track record regarding human rights.
Legislators call for more community input: The lawmakers criticized DHS for notifying local officials only two days before the purchase and failing to adhere to environmental review processes. They argue that retrofitting the building for detention purposes raises questions about the facility's suitability and treatment of detainees.
Human rights concerns raised: The delegation highlighted potential constitutional violations and noted that ICE's previous operations have led to reports of inhumane conditions. They urged immediate cessation of the plans, emphasizing that the facility would not effectively target serious offenders as claimed by the agency.
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