Immigrants held in small outdoor cages at 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida, investigators find
Summary
A US government report found that immigrants held at a Florida detention center called "Alligator Alcatraz" were kept in small outdoor metal cages for up to two hours. The facility did not meet basic standards for hygiene, medical care, and living conditions, and it was run by Florida state officials with federal funding.Key Facts
- The detention center "Alligator Alcatraz" was located in the Florida Everglades and operated from 2025 to mid-2026.
- Immigrants were kept in outdoor metal cages about 18 square feet in size for periods ranging from minutes to nearly two hours.
- The cages were used, among other reasons, for discipline and as a way for detainees to calm down.
- The facility failed to provide sufficient hygiene, medical care, clean drinking water, and enough living space.
- Showers had small bugs and detainees could only shower three times per week.
- The center was created by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis through an executive order but funded by the federal government.
- The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Inspector General conducted a surprise visit and reported serious problems.
- President Donald Trump visited the facility in 2025 and made a comment about immigrants needing to escape alligators.
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