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Nebraska Governor Converts Camp to ICE Detention Facility
8/20/2025
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- Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen designated the Work Ethic Camp in McCook as an ICE detention facility for immigrants awaiting deportation.
- This decision is one of three immigration actions initiated by Pillen.
- Pillen stated the aim is to improve safety for Nebraskans and support President Trump's immigration policies.
- The Nebraska National Guard will provide assistance with 20 soldiers assigned to the operation.
