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Maryland Lawmakers Conduct Surprise Visit to Baltimore ICE Facility
Democratic members of Congress express concerns over conditions at immigration detention center.

Maryland Lawmakers Make Surprise Visit to Baltimore ICE Facility
Lawmakers question lack of detainees after court order to limit capacity
Maryland Lawmakers to Conduct Surprise ICE Facility Inspection in Baltimore
Senators and Representatives plan unannounced visit to address concerns over conditions and alleged Legionella outbreak.
Recent news
Mar. 9, 2026
Maryland Awarded $113M Contract to Renovate Proposed ICE Detention Facility
The 825,000-square-foot warehouse near Hagerstown is slated for conversion into an immigration detention center.
Mar. 9, 2026
Maryland Leaders Visit Baltimore ICE Facility Unannounced
Congressional, state, and local officials call conditions 'inhumane' and 'appalling'
Mar. 9, 2026
Baltimore City Council Introduces Bill to Ban Private Detention Centers
The proposed legislation aims to protect civil rights and limit immigration enforcement activities in city-owned spaces.
Mar. 7, 2026
Federal Judge Rules on Conditions for Immigration Detainees in Baltimore
Order addresses space, cleanliness, and medical care requirements for detainees held by ICE in Baltimore
Mar. 7, 2026
Baltimore Judge Limits ICE Detainees at Fallon Building
Court ruling follows lawsuit challenging overcrowding at downtown detention facility
Mar. 6, 2026
Howard County Sued Over Law Blocking Planned ICE Detention Facility
Building owner claims county is stopping federal immigration enforcement efforts.
Mar. 5, 2026
Developer Sues County Over Blocked ICE Detention Site
Genesis GSA Strategic One LLC claims Howard County, Maryland violated the Constitution by revoking permit for temporary ICE facility.
Mar. 4, 2026
Maryland Bans Local Police from Partnering with ICE Under 287(g) Program
As the controversial immigration enforcement program rapidly expands nationwide, some states are pushing back against local law enforcement cooperating with federal authorities.
Mar. 3, 2026
Frederick County Sheriff Threatens Legal Challenge to 287(g) Ban
Jenkins says new Maryland law will force release of convicted criminals from jail.
Mar. 2, 2026
Planned ICE Facility Sparks Backlash in Washington County
Advocacy groups raise concerns over DHS plans to upgrade warehouse for immigration processing
Feb. 28, 2026
Trump Attorney Held in Contempt Over Immigration Case Violations
Federal judge in Minnesota orders fines for 'flagrant disobedience of court orders' in immigration case.
Feb. 27, 2026
Maryland Sheriffs Oppose ICE Restrictions & 287(g) Ban
Sheriffs argue new state laws will hinder public safety and cooperation with federal authorities.
Feb. 27, 2026
Speculation Grows of Increasing ICE Presence in Baltimore City
Community groups mobilize to resist potential escalation of federal immigration enforcement activities.
Feb. 27, 2026
Speculation Grows Over Potential Increase in ICE Presence in Baltimore
City officials and community activists raise concerns about reports of new ICE vehicles, increased meal orders, and scouting for potential detention facilities.
Feb. 26, 2026
Residents, Lawmakers Push Back on Plans for ICE Facility in Hyattsville
Maryland officials raise concerns about potential detention center near homes and businesses
Feb. 26, 2026
Judge to Hear Arguments Over Alleged Vindictive Prosecution of Salvadoran Immigrant
Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces human smuggling charges after being deported and returned to the U.S.
Feb. 26, 2026
Judge to Hear Arguments Over Alleged Vindictive Prosecution of Salvadoran Immigrant
Kilmar Abrego Garcia faces human smuggling charges after being deported and brought back to the U.S.
Feb. 26, 2026
Salvadoran Immigrant Fights Vindictive Prosecution Claim
Judge to hear arguments over whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia is being unfairly targeted by the government.
Feb. 26, 2026
Leaders, Public Rally Against Suspected ICE Facility In Hyattsville
Local and state leaders protested a suspected ICE facility located blocks from homes, a church, and a social services office in Hyattsville.
Feb. 26, 2026
U.S. Attorney Testifies DOJ Didn't Direct Charges Against Abrego Garcia
Hearing examines if government is being vindictive in human smuggling case