Nebraska’s “Cornhusker Clink”: A Concentration Camp by Any Other Name
Nebraska announced plans for a new immigration detention center, “Cornhusker Clink,” located in McCook, a remote city in the state’s southwest corner. The facility, intended to house individuals awaiting deportation, will be a Midwest hub for detainees, accommodating up to 300 people. Governor Jim Pillen also revealed the Nebraska National Guard and State Patrol would provide support to federal immigration agents. This initiative aligns with the Trump administration’s expansion of detention facilities, with similar centers opening or planned in Florida, Indiana, and Tennessee. The Nebraska plan has already raised concerns among state senators and residents.
John Q. Hosedrinker