Second ICE detention facility chance
On Wednesday, Governor DeSantis introduced attainable plans to construct a second ICE detention facility at Camp Blanding, which is about an hour southwest of Jacksonville. FOX 13’s Jordan Bowen reviews.
TAMPA, Fla. – Gov. Ron DeSantis revealed for the primary time on Wednesday that his administration is engaged on plans for a brand new ICE detention middle at Camp Blanding—Florida’s Nationwide Guard coaching headquarters situated southwest of Jacksonville.Â
What we all know:
The announcement follows the launch of building for one more ICE facility close to the Everglades.
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Talking on the College of South Florida throughout a bill-signing occasion, the governor mentioned the power would assist ease overcrowding in jails and assist native regulation enforcement efforts.
The opposite facet:
Immigration advocacy organizations are pushing again in opposition to the plan.Â
Maria Asuncion Bilbao of the American Buddies Service Committee instructed the Related Press the proposals are a part of a “theatricalization of cruelty,” expressing deep concern about what she described as rising dehumanization of migrants.
What we do not know:
The Camp Blanding facility has not but acquired official approval.
A timeline for building or potential opening has not been introduced.
What they’re saying:
“We’ll in all probability additionally do one thing related up at Camp Blanding… Now we have some capability there,” DeSantis mentioned.Â
The governor added, “It’ll be a power multiplier… serving to DHS and our state and native regulation enforcement.”
“We will’t have each unlawful housed in our jails as a result of we even have non-illegals who should be housed there once they commit crimes too,” DeSantis acknowledged.Â
“What’s taking place could be very regarding… It’s like a theatricalization of cruelty,” mentioned Maria Asuncion Bilbao, American Buddies Service Committee
What’s subsequent:
DeSantis says if the Camp Blanding web site is permitted, the power can be absolutely funded by the federal authorities. There’s no phrase but on when a call can be made.
The Supply: This story is predicated on remarks made by Gov. Ron DeSantis throughout a public look at USF, together with further reporting from the Related Press.
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