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DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Announces “Speedway Slammer” in Indiana to Expand ICE Detention Capacity
Washington, D.C., August 5, 2025 – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem unveiled a new partnership between DHS and the state of Indiana to expand U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention capacity by 1,000 beds.
The facility, dubbed the “Speedway Slammer,” will be located at the Miami Correctional Center and is set to house some of the “worst of the worst” criminal illegal aliens apprehended by ICE. This marks the second state partnership to expand ICE detention space, following the recent launch of “Alligator Alcatraz” in Florida.
“This is COMING SOON to Indiana,” said Secretary Noem. “Thanks to Governor Mike Braun 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 Indiana’s Speedway Slammer. Avoid arrest and self-deport now using the CBP Home App.”
Governor Braun expressed his full support, stating, “We are proud to work with President Trump and Secretary Noem on this innovative partnership. Indiana is taking a comprehensive and collaborative approach to combating illegal immigration and will continue to lead the way among states.”
The initiative is part of the One Big Beautiful Bill, legislation that fully funded the 287(g) program and allocated resources to secure 80,000 new ICE detention beds nationwide.
FAQs: Speedway Slammer ICE Detention Expansion in Indiana
Q1. What is the “Speedway Slammer”?
The “Speedway Slammer” is the nickname for a new ICE detention facility partnership between DHS and the state of Indiana, adding 1,000 detention beds at the Miami Correctional Center.
Q2. Who announced this initiative?
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced it in partnership with Indiana Governor Mike Braun.
Q3. What is the purpose of the Speedway Slammer?
It will house “the worst of the worst” criminal illegal aliens arrested by ICE.
Q4. How was this facility made possible?
Through the One Big Beautiful Bill, which fully funded the 287(g) program and added 80,000 ICE detention beds nationwide.
Q5. Why is it called the “Speedway Slammer”?
The nickname references Indiana’s famous motorsports heritage (“Speedway”) combined with “Slammer” to indicate detention.
Q6. Is this the first project of its kind?
No. It’s the second, following the “Alligator Alcatraz” detention partnership in Florida.
Q7. What warning did Kristi Noem issue?
She advised those in the U.S. illegally to avoid arrest and self-deport using the CBP Home App—or risk being detained in the Speedway Slammer.
Q8. How will Indiana benefit from this partnership?
Indiana will play a leading role in the national fight against illegal immigration while strengthening its cooperation with federal enforcement agencies.
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