DHS Unveils Nebraska’s ‘Cornhusker Clink’ as Trump Expands Detention Network [WATCH]

The Trump administration has announced the addition of another illegal alien detention facility, this time in Nebraska, expanding enforcement operations into the Midwest.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the plans in a press release, stating that the facility will be the fourth announced since early July.

The Nebraska facility, which has been nicknamed the “Cornhusker Clink,” follows other recently established detention centers across the country.

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On July 3, the “Alligator Alcatraz” in the Florida Everglades began housing detainees.

It was soon followed by the “Lone Star Lockup” at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas, and the “Speedway Slammer” in Bunker Hill, Indiana.

According to DHS, the Nebraska project represents the third state-level partnership undertaken by the administration to expand U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention capacity.

“Following Alligator Alcatraz and Speedway Slammer, the Nebraska correctional facility marks the third state partnership to expand ICE detention space,” the DHS press release stated.

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Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem detailed the scope of the new detention facility in Nebraska and emphasized its role in the administration’s broader immigration enforcement initiatives.

“COMING SOON to Nebraska: Cornhusker Clink. Today, we’re announcing a new partnership with the state of Nebraska to expand detention bed space by 280 beds,” Noem said.

“Thanks to Governor Pillen for his partnership to help remove the worst of the worst out of our country. If you are in America illegally, you could find yourself in Nebraska’s Cornhusker Clink. Avoid arrest and self-deport now using the CBP Home App.”

COMING SOON to Nebraska: Cornhusker Clink. Today, we’re announcing a new partnership with the state of Nebraska to expand detention bed space by 280 beds.

Thanks to Governor Pillen for his partnership to help remove the worst of the worst out of our country. If you are in…

— Secretary Kristi Noem (@Sec_Noem) August 19, 2025

The reference to the CBP Home App reflects the administration’s effort to provide those in the country illegally with a mechanism to voluntarily self-deport, avoiding detention and removal proceedings.

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen (R) voiced his state’s commitment to supporting federal immigration enforcement.

Pillen confirmed that state resources, including the Nebraska State Patrol, will be deployed to work with ICE officers.

“Today the State of Nebraska is stepping up its support of President Trump’s and Secretary Noem’s immigration enforcement initiatives in several key ways,” Pillen said.

“I am pleased that our facility and team in McCook can be tasked with helping our federal partners protect our homeland by housing criminal illegal aliens roaming our country’s communities today.”

Pillen added that the Nebraska National Guard would also assist in enforcement operations, noting that the state has previously contributed to securing the southern border.

“I am also proud that the Nebraska State Patrol and National Guard will be assisting ICE enforcement efforts, as well,” Pillen said.

“Homeland security starts at home, and, just as when I twice deployed troops to secure our southern border during the failed Biden administration, Nebraska will continue to do its part.”

The new facility is being funded through the administration’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which allocated resources to strengthen immigration enforcement across multiple fronts.

“This agreement was made possible by the One Big Beautiful Bill,” DHS stated.

“This law fully funded the 287(g) program and provided funding to secure 80,000 new beds for ICE to utilize when detaining and deporting the worst of the worst.”

The legislation provided the financial means to construct the facility and supply the equipment needed to support expanded detention operations.

DHS officials emphasized that these facilities are a key part of the administration’s broader strategy to deter illegal immigration and ensure that those who enter or remain in the country unlawfully face enforcement consequences.

The Nebraska facility continues a pattern of rapid expansion of detention capacity under the Trump administration.

With detention centers now operational or announced in Florida, Texas, Indiana, and Nebraska, DHS has signaled that additional facilities may be established as part of its enforcement priorities.

The Cornhusker Clink, with its 280-bed capacity, is expected to begin operations following the finalization of state and federal coordination.

DHS indicated that the facility, like the others announced this year, is intended to ensure that ICE has the necessary infrastructure to detain and remove individuals who have entered the United States unlawfully.