Protesters urge Tukwila to extend ICE detention center ban

Community members urge Tukwila to extend a ban on new detention centers amid concerns over ICE’s potential presence near Seattle’s airport.

TUKWILA, Wash. — Community members are urging the Tukwila City Council to extend its temporary ban on new detention centers.

The City Council approved the six-month ban in February; it was created in response to reports that Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents wanted to move into the city. 

On Monday, the council held its first required public hearing on it.

Some people say they’re concerned about ICE having a presence so close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, where people could be placed on

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