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Outrage in Georgia Over Massive Immigrant Detention Center Plan

1/10/2026

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The federal plan to convert a Social Circle, Georgia, warehouse into a large immigrant detention center would detain up to 10,000 migrants, exceeding the town's 5,400 population.
The Washington Post reported the proposal.
City officials and residents have asked state and federal representatives for help.
At a recent meeting, attendees voiced outrage and fear about potential dangers, while coalition organizers offered community support.

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Story summary

The federal plan to convert a Social Circle, Georgia, warehouse into a large immigrant detention center would detain up to 10,000 migrants, exceeding the town's 5,400 population.
The Washington Post reported the proposal.
City officials and residents have asked state and federal representatives for help.
At a recent meeting, attendees voiced outrage and fear about potential dangers, while coalition organizers offered community support.