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U.S. Military Enables ICE Operations at Space Force Base in Colorado

The U.S. military approved using Buckley Space Force Base in Colorado for ICE to detain unauthorized immigrants amid increased immigration enforcement operations.

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The Trump administration's persistent militarization of immigration enforcement raises alarm bells about the erosion of civil liberties and the potential misuse of military resources in civilian contexts.
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CBS News·2M
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The alarming situation in Aurora highlights the consequences of lax immigration policies, as uncontrolled gang activity intensifies and federal agencies struggle to regain control.
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The recent decision to allow ICE to use a Space Force base in Aurora highlights the growing tension between federal immigration enforcement and local governments, especially in sanctuary cities like Denver.
Military OKs Use of Colo. Base for Detaining Illegals
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Jan 28th, 2025, 10:51 PM ET

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The military has authorized Immigration and Customs Enforcement to use facilities at Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, Colorado, for detaining migrants with criminal records. This move aligns with the Trump administration's intensified immigration enforcement efforts targeting unauthorized immigrants. ICE plans to expand operations in Aurora, which has seen surge activity from the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua. Recent reports indicate that ICE aims to increase arrests nationwide, with certain groups resisting these actions. The role of military facilities in handling civilian immigration matters raises ongoing legal and ethical discussions.

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