Chorus of voices grows against possible ICE detention centers in Maryland

By: Joe Wicke

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: February 7, 2026

Words: 786

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Gov. Wes Moore became the latest to criticize a potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility in Hagerstown on Friday, expressing “grave concerns” about the project in an open letter to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

“I have grave concerns about any holding facility that denies basic human needs and dignity,” Moore said in the two-page letter. “Public safety is my top priority and we must protect the public by upholding all Constitutional rights.”

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