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ICE rejects calls to close Camp East Montana, extends no-bid contract
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk RYAN J. FOLEY, Associated Press , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the decision and the contract extension can be found through KTSM 9 News, the source of this information.
In El Paso , a decision has been made regarding the future of Camp East Montana. The facility, one of the largest and most expensive detention centers, will remain open for at least another year. This comes despite concerns over reported human rights abuses.
S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has chosen to extend the contract of the company operating the camp. The contract was awarded without a bidding process.
Further details about the decision and the contract extension can be found through KTSM 9 News, the source of this information.
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Category: parks Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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