Canadian Company Scraps ICE Warehouse Sale Amidst Protests
A significant development has emerged regarding a Virginia warehouse sale, with a Canadian company, Jim Pattison Developments, ultimately deciding not to proceed with the transaction to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This cancellation comes after considerable public outcry and activism from both Canada and the United States, highlighting the power of community opposition in influencing corporate decisions. The initial plan was for ICE to establish a new processing hub at this Virginia location, a prospect that quickly ignited widespread concern.
The decision to cancel the sale wasn’t born out of pure altruism on the part of Jim Pattison Developments. Instead, it appears to be a direct response to mounting pressure.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood