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Miami Herald
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Immigration groups slam new Miami-Dade jail agreement with ICE
People in Miami-Dade jails sought for deportation could 'disappear' from online inmate searches under a proposed deal with ICE that's backed by the county's Democratic mayor, according to warnings from immigrant advocacy groups. The framework of the agreement endorsed by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava gives the federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency control of public records related to county inmates who are held in county jails for a short time while awaiting handovers to federal authorities. The county's existing agreement with ICE to hold inmates sought for deportation is mandated by state law for Florida jails. But the advocacy groups say Levine Cava's proposed update to the existing 287(g) agreement with ICE contains troubling restrictions on what inmate records and data the county treats as public information. While ICE also maintains databases for people detained by the agency, advocacy groups say it's not as current or reliable as inmate portals maintained by most local jail systems. 'It would be very difficult for journalists, advocates and family members to basically be able to obtain information related to the detention and arrests of these individuals,' said Thomas Kennedy, a spokesperson for the Florida Immigration Coalition. At issue is language in the proposed 'Basic Ordering Agreement' with ICE that governs public records in the county's Corrections Department, a jail system that houses about 1,400 people on a given day. The agreement, which is up for a preliminary vote Monday morning, states that information generated under the federal partnership becomes 'under the control of ICE' and can only be released by federal authorities. Advocacy groups say similar language has other jail systems in Florida removing inmates' names from local search portals once the people are being held for ICE, making it impossible for their custody status to be known to civilians. 'In other places, they'll say, 'This is no longer our data,'' said Alana Greer, director of the Community Justice Project advocacy group in Miami. 'You're still sitting in the same cell. But you don't show up in the inmate search. They literally disappear them.' However, Greer believes the language of the Miami-Dade agreement should be interpreted more narrowly and that there would be no reason for the county to restrict inmate information under the ICE deal. It's also not clear how much of a change the agreement would make to existing procedures. Representatives of the Levine Cava administration did not respond to a request for comment on Friday. Since 2017, the Corrections Department has been holding inmates for up to two working days when they're facing deportation orders from ICE. The county began honoring ICE detainers after a promised crackdown on 'sanctuary' jurisdictions at the start of the first Trump administration. Miami-Dade had earned the sanctuary label under the Obama administration for declining to honor detainers unless ICE covered the extra detention costs in a jail system where it currently costs about $300 a day to hold an inmate. For the past eight years, Miami-Dade has eaten the extra costs by honoring detainers and holding inmates longer after they would otherwise be free to go under whatever local charge brought them to the jail. The latest list of inmates subject to detainers released by Corrections to the Miami Herald at the start of 2025 showed about 8,000 inmates had been subject to the ICE detention requests since 2017, and about 5,400 people had been released to federal immigration authorities. The report also had names of inmates currently held in jail on local charges but who were also the subject of ICE detainers. The names of inmates who'd already been released to ICE were redacted, and the report included language saying existing federal law prohibits the release of those names by local law enforcement. The legislation ratifying the agreement is scheduled for a hearing before the County Commission's Policy Council at 9 a.m. on Monday before heading for a vote before the full 13-member County Commission later this year. The agreement also provides that Miami-Dade can be reimbursed $50 for each inmate held on a detainer. The legislation's sponsor is the commission's most hardline conservative, Commissioner Roberto Gonzalez. In a social media post on Friday about the agreement he said: 'Miami-Dade is not and will not be a sanctuary county. I'm backing an item to formally approve our ICE agreement, already signed by the Mayor in March, as required by state law. We've honored detainers since 2019. This just ensures we get reimbursed.'
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nortal Appoints Former Royal Navy Rear Admiral as UK CEO and Global Defence Lead
LONDON, April 09, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nortal, the strategic innovation and technology company renowned for its transformation of the Estonian government ('e-Estonia'), has announced the appointment of former Royal Navy Rear Admiral Nick Washer as the CEO for Nortal UK and Global Head of Defence. During his 34-year career in the Royal Navy as a warfare officer, Washer held a variety of sea and staff appointments, commanded at multiple levels, and specialised in communications and electronic warfare. Combining operational and technical expertise, he has built a reputation as an experienced leader in digital and cyber operations. Most recently, as Director of Operations in Defence Digital at the UK Ministry of Defence, Washer was responsible for IT live services across defence, customer engagement, operational planning, operational service management, defensive cyber operations, management of the Defence electromagnetic spectrum, and high-grade messaging services. Priit Alamäe, Founder and CEO of Nortal said: "We are thrilled to welcome Nick Washer to lead our global defence business and the UK operations. With his extensive background in the Royal Navy and proven expertise in digital and cyber operations, he is an ideal fit. Nick's remarkable track record in defence sector is invaluable as we continue to grow our business and enhance the services we provide." Nick Washer, Nortal UK CEO and Global Head of Defence said: "I am proud to assume responsibility for Nortal's growing business in the UK. The company has a unique track record in building the digital infrastructure for some of the world's most advanced governments and organisations. My focus will be combining the best of Nortal with the expertise and experience of our growing government, defence, and cyber teams in the UK to empower the UK government and defence organisations to transform their operations, services, and digital infrastructure." The appointment comes as Nortal continues to expand its defence and cyber capabilities globally while strengthening its presence in the UK. Most recently the company announced that it has been selected as an approved supplier for NATO under the Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) framework, as well as the re-branding of 3DOT Solutions Limited, a well-known UK cybersecurity consultancy and a certified supplier to the UK Armed Forces and Intelligence Services, which the company acquired at the end of 2024. About Nortal Nortal is a strategic innovation and technology company with an unparalleled track-record of delivering successful transformation projects for over 25 years. Having offices in Europe, the Middle East, and in North America, we are close to our customers while backed by a vast global talent pool of more than 2000 people. View source version on Contacts For more information contact: press@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
02-04-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
TSS Solutions is Awarded Army BOA for AI Talent Services, Technology
TSS Solutions is part of a select group of contractors who can provide AI talent services and tasks to the DoD 'TSS Solutions is engineering the future of military readiness, and we are deeply invested in recruiting and developing the talent needed to leverage next-generation technology, such as AI ...' — Don DiFrisco, President and CEO, TSS Solutions MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 2, 2025 / / -- TSS Solutions, a leading global defense electronics company, has been awarded a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA) to develop and deploy Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven technologies for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance national security and empower our warfighters. The BOA has a task ordering period extending through May 2028, with an estimated ceiling value of $249 million for all related task orders. Under the terms of the BOA, TSS Solutions is part of a select group of contractors who can provide AI talent services and tasks for the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO), DoD, and/or the entire U.S. government. A BOA is a written agreement that contains pre-negotiated contract conditions, creating a streamlined procurement process for the DoD. 'TSS is a comprehensive Defense-Tech company, known for its world-class radar technology and radar support capabilities. This award validates our expansive Defense-Tech capabilities beyond that of radar systems,' said President and CEO Don DiFrisco. 'TSS Solutions is engineering the future of military readiness, and we are deeply invested in recruiting and developing the talent needed to leverage next-generation technology, such as AI, in service to and empowering our warfighter.' The BOA is the latest in what has been a year of milestones for TSS Solutions, which in January was designated as a prime contractor on the SeaPort Next Generation contract in support of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps in a range of functional areas. In March, TSS completed Factory Acceptance Testing for its TIGAR tactical radar system to be delivered to the Ecuadorian Air Force (Fuerza Aérea Ecuatoriana). TSS Solutions, an Acorn Capital Management Company, is the defense electronics leader in upgrading, reengineering, repairing, and operating ground-based tactical and fixed-position radar and SATCOM systems. Found in 1991, TSS Solutions serves the global defense, telecommunications, and commercial industries. The Company is committed to building innovative products and delivering world-class engineering and technical services to support customers' missions globally. The team at TSS Solutions proudly supports the United States and its allies who protect national interests and preserve freedom and stability around the world. Acorn Capital Management is a middle-market private equity firm focused exclusively on Aerospace, Defense, and Intelligence. Acorn invests solely in operating companies that strive to enhance global mobility and protect national interests. Acorn has a formidable reputation in the industry and is recognized for its deep understanding of the Aerospace and Defense markets, with proprietary access to the best companies within these sectors. With operational expertise and its ability to lead and manage investments through variable economic and industry cycles, Acorn works with management to build its portfolio companies into significant market leaders. X LinkedIn YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
