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Tukwila approves temporary ban on new detention centers amid reports of ICE expansion
https://www.king5.com/article/news/politics/immigration-news/tukwila-weighs-emergency-ban-new-detention-centers-ice-expansion/281-f30fd062-b90d-4b0d-8f1a-532bdf742089Tukwila approves temporary ban on new detention centers amid reports of ICE expansion
City leaders say they can’t control private leases, but a moratorium could ban new detention centers.
Author: Sharon Yoo
Published: 5:51 PM PST February 23, 2026
Updated: 11:22 PM PST February 23, 2026
TUKWILA, Wash. — The city of Tukwila has approved a temporary ban on new detention centers after reports that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may expand its footprint in the area.
In a unanimous 7-0 vote, the Tukwila City Council approved a six-month temporary ban on Monday night. The ban does have the possibility to be extended.
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