Browsed by
Tag: Governor Jim Pillen

Nebraska Unveils Controversial ‘Cornhusker Clink’ Immigration Detention Center

Nebraska Unveils Controversial ‘Cornhusker Clink’ Immigration Detention Center

Nebraska Unveils Controversial ‘Cornhusker Clink’ Immigration Detention Center Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen announced plans on Tuesday for a new immigration detention center in McCook, sparking immediate protests and raising concerns about transparency. Dubbed the ‘Cornhusker Clink,’ the facility is intended to house individuals awaiting deportation and other immigration proceedings, aligning with the Trump administration’s efforts to expand its deportation infrastructure. The facility, an existing minimum-security prison work camp, will initially accommodate 200 people, with plans to expand to 300. Governor…

Read More Read More