Batavia Residents Resist Detention Expansion | Rochester News

In Batavia, New York, residents are rallying against a proposed expansion of the federal detention facility—adding 100 beds to an already overcrowded 650. Activists argue this isn’t about improving conditions, but boosting detention capacity, and they’re determined to stop their city from becoming known for incarceration. Groups like the Genesee County Democratic Socialists of America are collecting signatures, warning the move will deepen harm to immigrant communities already struggling. Dozens took to the streets, speaking for those too afraid to speak up themselves, saying more detention only adds to global suffering. With no official timeline, the fight continues as locals challenge federal immigration policy’s impact on their neighborhood and social fabric. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6e735676339aa5c8