EL PASO, Texas (KTSM)- Camp East Montana, one of the country’s largest immigration detention centers, officially opened its doors Sunday, Aug. 17 on Fort Bliss property.

The facility began operations with an initial capacity of about 1,000 beds, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Federal officials say the site could eventually expand to hold up to 5,000 people, which would make it one of the largest migrant detention centers in the United States.

Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, who toured the facility last week, said it is designed for migrants under final orders of deportation.

“These are people under final orders of deportation. They have no legal remedy. They have no legal right to be here,” Cornyn said. He added that the facility should remain open to congressional o

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