MARYLAND (WBFF) — Governor Moore has raised concerns in a letter to Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem regarding the federal government’s recent acquisition of a facility in Washington County, Maryland.
In the letter, Gov. Moore outlined the potential economic and public safety impacts of the new Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility planned for the Hagerstown area.
The governor highlighted the economic role of warehouse facilities in Washington County, noting they support approximately 4,000 jobs and represent more than $450 million in capital investment. He warned that federal occupation of the property could result in a loss of economic opportunity for the state.
Additionally, Gov. Moore raised concerns about the strain on local resources, including water and sewage systems, which are nearing capacity. He said the facility could place additional demands on local law enforcement and emergency services in the largely rural county.
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The governor criticized what he described as a lack of transparency in the acquisition process and expressed disappointment with the Trump Administration’s approach to federal-local collaboration.
Also emphasized was the importance of upholding constitutional rights and directed state agencies to assess actions to protect the community’s infrastructure and public safety.
The governor said he is working with Attorney General Anthony Brown to review the purchase and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
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