Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center shuts down, says official
Summary
Florida's "Alligator Alcatraz" immigration detention center, used as part of President Trump's deportation efforts, has closed after less than a year. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said the facility completed its emergency role, and all detainees have been moved or deported.Key Facts
- The detention center was located in the Everglades, Florida, and was set up in just eight days in June 2025.
- It was nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz" because it was near alligator habitats and had tough security measures.
- The facility was part of President Trump's plan to deport millions of undocumented migrants.
- Over 22,000 people were processed or prepared for deportation through this center.
- The center was criticized for harsh conditions and limited legal rights for detainees by lawyers and human rights groups.
- The facility cost more than $1 billion to build and operate, with federal reimbursements still ongoing.
- Environmental groups and the Miccosukee Tribe opposed the site, citing damage to the Everglades ecosystem.
- Miami-Dade officials plan to explore turning the land over to conservation efforts after closing the center.
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