ICE Call Center Proposed for Nashville’s Donelson Neighborhood Amidst Local Opposition

Nashville, TN, August 20, 2026 —

A proposal to establish an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) call center in Nashville’s Donelson neighborhood has emerged, drawing sharp criticism from local officials and immigrant advocates who state they were not consulted on the matter.

The potential facility is linked to a significant contract valued at $63 million awarded to Koniag Services, Inc. This contract is for services intended to support enforcement and removal operations. A key component of these operations is the 287(g) Program, which authorizes certain local law enforcement agencies to perform immigration functions.

Reports indicate a possible shift in location for this facility, with Donelson being considered as an alternative to Adams, Tennessee. The specifics regarding the exact reason for this potential relocation were not provided.

Local leaders and community members have voiced strong opposition to the proposed call center in Donelson. Concerns have been raised by both elected officials and immigrant advocacy groups regarding the implications of such a facility being established in the neighborhood.

The contractor, Koniag Services, Inc., received the $63 million contract for services related to ICE’s enforcement and removal operations. Further details regarding the precise nature of the call center’s functions and its operational scope were not made available in the provided summary.

Immigrant advocates have been particularly vocal in their opposition, citing potential impacts on the community. The lack of prior notification to local authorities has also been a point of contention.

Story summarized from the original created by Li Cohen on www.wsmv.com, see more information here.

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