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FEMA Allocates $608 Million for Immigrant Detention Centers

7/26/2025

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FEMA is set to distribute $608 million to states for building immigrant detention centers, backing the Trump administration's initiative. States have until August 8 to apply. In a bold move, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed plans to seek reimbursement for a staggering $450 million annual facility, funded by FEMA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

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FEMA is set to distribute $608 million to states for building immigrant detention centers, backing the Trump administration's initiative. States have until August 8 to apply. In a bold move, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed plans to seek reimbursement for a staggering $450 million annual facility, funded by FEMA and U.S. Customs and Border Protection.