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Ricketts supports new ICE detention facility planned for McCook, Nebraska

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Senator Pete Ricketts, US Senator for Nebraska | Sen. Pete Ricketts Official U.S. Senate headshot

Senator Pete Ricketts, US Senator for Nebraska | Sen. Pete Ricketts Official U.S. Senate headshot

U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) responded to the recent announcement that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plan to build a 300-bed detention facility in McCook, Nebraska.

“Nebraskans elected President Trump to secure the border and keep Americans safe.  I voted for the One Big Beautiful Bill with this goal in mind. I am familiar with the Work Ethic Camp in McCook from my time as Governor. It is a great fit for ICE’s needs. This move will support the local community and keep jobs in McCook.  I support President Trump’s actions to protect our communities and Governor Pillen’s work to bring DHS investment to Nebraska,” Ricketts said.

The new facility is expected to have an impact on employment opportunities in McCook by supporting existing jobs and potentially creating new ones through federal investment in the area.

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