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Jim Wells County, TX
Jim Wells County is considering hosting a federal immigrant detention center to jumpstart its economy. It’s a tough call that’s forcing locals to weigh the promise of new jobs against serious ethical and community concerns.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
The facility would bring a steady stream of federal funding and new jobs to a region currently struggling with economic stagnation.
Local government coffers and job seekers looking for stable employment in a struggling market stand to gain the most.
Residents worried about the moral implications, local community character, and potential social friction are the ones feeling the heat.
By Pete Vasquez pvasquez@cherryroad.com
A Texas oil town goes bust. Would housing immigrants for the feds solve its problems? Los Angeles Times
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