Proposed ICE detention center in Romulus
Washtenaw County
Summary
Residents and commissioners expressed strong opposition to a potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility planned in Romulus, highlighting regional human rights concerns.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Feb 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost; county legal staff will develop an implementing policy.
Immigrant residents and anyone fearing federal immigration enforcement gain safer access to county services.
Undocumented immigrants and families vulnerable to federal enforcement actions.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Feb 18, 2026
Residents and commissioners expressed strong opposition to a potential U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility planned in Romulus, highlighting regional human rights concerns.
Board of Commissioners - Jan 21, 2026
The board unanimously barred ICE, Border Patrol, and contractors from using county buildings and property or wearing face coverings during civil immigration enforcement. Advocates helped strengthen the resolution to cover all county property, and corporation counsel will bring back an implementation policy. Roughly one in eight county residents is an immigrant.
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