ICE Facility Battle in Elkridge | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A federal court is poised to decide whether Howard County can block a new ICE facility — a case that could reshape how state laws apply to federal operations. The county revoked the building permit, claiming violations of public notice requirements for correctional facilities, but the property owner argues the law doesn’t apply to government-run offices. The Department of Justice backs the owner, citing constitutional supremacy, while activists rally outside, fearing this battle signals a broader expansion of immigration enforcement. With over $21 million already invested, a ruling in favor…