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ICE Facility in Arizona Damaged Amid Local Protests

2/22/2026

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  • A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Surprise, Arizona sustained criminal damage, including a small fire, around 1:30 a.m. on February 21.
  • The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) are investigating the incident.
  • The facility cost over $70 million and will house about 1,500 detainees awaiting immigration proceedings.
  • Nearly 1,000 protesters in January and ongoing city council meetings reflect local opposition to the site.