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El Paso Protests $1.2B Immigration Detention Center Plan
8/22/2025
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Story summary
- El Paso, Texas, opposes the Camp East Montana immigration detention center at Fort Bliss, which may hold 5,000 detainees.
- Protests emphasize harsh conditions, including extreme heat and insufficient care.
- Local leaders criticize the $1.2 billion investment, advocating for funding in healthcare and education.
- Comparisons to WWII internment camps raise significant civil rights concerns.
