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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2026 · 12 MIN

ICE could take over Tacoma's immigrant lockup

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Tacoma’s Northwest ICE Processing Center is one of the largest in the country. But while ICE uses the center for processing and detention, they don’t actually own it. That may change as the agency looks to expand its footprint in the Seattle area. KUOW’s Gustavo Sagrero will tell us more. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.  Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tacoma’s Northwest ICE Processing Center is one of the largest in the country. But while ICE uses the center for processing and detention, they don’t actually own it. That may change as the agency looks to expand its footprint in the Seattle area. KUOW’s Gustavo Sagrero will tell us more.

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