ICE Confirms New Detention Center Near Detroit Airport

The facility in Romulus, Michigan will be used as an immigration detention center.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed that the agency has purchased a facility in Romulus, Michigan that will be used as a new detention center. The location is near the Detroit Metropolitan Airport.

Why it matters

The establishment of this new detention center near a major transportation hub raises concerns among immigrant advocacy groups about increased enforcement and potential human rights issues related to immigration detention.

The details

ICE has acquired the facility in Romulus, a city just outside of Detroit, that will serve as a detention center for individuals facing immigration proceedings. The agency has not provided details on the size or specific purpose of the new center.

  • ICE confirmed the purchase of the Romulus facility on February 17, 2026.

The players

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal law enforcement agency that is responsible for immigration enforcement, including the detention of individuals facing deportation proceedings.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

Immigrant advocacy groups are expected to closely monitor the opening and operation of the new ICE detention center in Romulus for any potential human rights violations or issues with the treatment of detainees.

The takeaway

The establishment of this new ICE detention facility near a major transportation hub like the Detroit airport signals an ongoing focus on immigration enforcement, which continues to be a divisive and controversial issue.