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Socorro Detention Plan Shrinks, But Concerns Remain
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A federal immigration detention center in Socorro, Texas, is being reimagined — not as a massive holding facility for 8,500 detainees, but as a training campus for ICE with offices and conference rooms. While private detention will still occur, the exact number remains uncertain as DHS moves into procurement and environmental reviews. Local leaders, including Rep. Veronica Escobar and El Paso County Judge Ricardo Samaniego, voiced concerns over infrastructure strain and community impact, even as they push for inclusion in planning. Despite disagreements over location and scale, officials are working to manage the fallout and ensure local voices are heard.
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