Conservative US town grapples with potential ICE detention centre
Summary
The US Department of Homeland Security bought a warehouse in Social Circle, Georgia, planning to turn it into a detention center for 10,000 people. This would double the town’s population, causing concern among residents, even some who support President Donald Trump’s immigration policies. The new DHS Secretary has paused buying more warehouses, but the fate of already bought facilities is unclear.Key Facts
- DHS purchased an empty warehouse in Social Circle, Georgia, for over $128 million.
- The warehouse is intended to become a detention center housing 10,000 people.
- Social Circle’s current population would be doubled by the new center.
- Some residents, including supporters of President Trump’s deportation policies, oppose the plan.
- Incoming DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin has put new warehouse purchases on hold.
- Plans for facilities already bought by DHS remain uncertain.
- The issue has drawn public attention and debate within the community.
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