Aurora Council Warns GEO Group Over ICE Detention Center Tuberculosis Investigation
Aurora's City Council has warned the GEO Group, which operates an ICE detention center in Aurora, Colorado, of potential legal action if they do not cooperate with an investigation into a tuberculosis case at the facility. Public health authorities from…
Denver, CO, July 28, 2026 —
Aurora City Council members have issued a stern warning to the GEO Group, the operator of an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Aurora, Colorado. The council indicated potential legal action if the company fails to cooperate with an ongoing investigation into a tuberculosis case identified within the center.
The investigation has been hampered by a lack of access and information. Public health authorities from both Adams County and the state have reportedly been denied crucial details by the GEO Group and ICE concerning the TB case. This includes information about individuals who may have been exposed to the illness.
The lack of cooperation has fueled concerns among city officials regarding potential public health risks. These risks are not only perceived to be within the detention facility itself but also to the broader community outside its walls. The council’s warning signals a significant escalation in the city’s efforts to ensure transparency and public safety in relation to the detention center’s operations.
Further details regarding the specific legal actions the council might pursue, or the exact timeline for compliance, were not immediately available. The GEO Group and ICE have not yet issued a public statement in response to the council’s warning.
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