TACOMA, Wash. - Several hundred people rallied outside the Northwest ICE Processing Center in Tacoma on Labor Day , calling attention to what they describe as inhumane conditions for migrants being held there.

The demonstration was led by the International Migrants Alliance, along with groups including Tangol Migrante, La Resistencia and other grassroots organizations. Organizers said more than 850 people participated after caravanning from a conference in Portland, Oregon.

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Labor Day is historically dedicated to honoring workers’ rights. On Monday, many chose to spend it differently, calling for the end of inhumane detention practices and unjust deportations.

Activists came from across the country to bring light to complaints that detainees face dire conditions

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