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Trump Administration Plans Controversial Immigrant Detention Facility in Merrimack

2/20/2026

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Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, said U.S. President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem are coordinating with governors, including Kelly Ayotte, the New Hampshire governor, on plans for immigrant detention facilities, including one in Merrimack.
Ayotte confirmed her office has been in contact with federal officials about the Merrimack facility.
Cinde Warmington, former Democratic Executive Councilor, criticized Ayotte's competence and transparency and pledged to oppose Merrimack facility.

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Karoline Leavitt, White House press secretary, said U.S. President Donald Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem are coordinating with governors, including Kelly Ayotte, the New Hampshire governor, on plans for immigrant detention facilities, including one in Merrimack.
Ayotte confirmed her office has been in contact with federal officials about the Merrimack facility.
Cinde Warmington, former Democratic Executive Councilor, criticized Ayotte's competence and transparency and pledged to oppose Merrimack facility.