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James Uthmeier: “Presents an efficient, low-cost opportunity to build a temporary detention facility because you don't need to invest…”

On the recordJune 30, 2025
Presents an efficient, low-cost opportunity to build a temporary detention facility because you don't need to invest that much in the perimeter. People get out, there's not much waiting for 'em other than alligators and pythons. Nowhere to go, nowhere to hide.
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James Uthmeier
Florida
Source
commondreams.org
Jun 30, 2025

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Uthmeier defends the construction site as cost-effective and low-risk for escape.

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