The virtually abandoned Florida airport being turned into 'Alligator Alcatraz'

Published: 6/26/2025
The virtually abandoned Florida airport being turned into 'Alligator Alcatraz'
A virtually abandoned airport in Florida's Everglades is being transformed into a new migrant detention facility called "Alligator Alcatraz," in line with President Donald Trump's deportation agenda. This controversial project, quickly becoming symbolic of Trump's immigration policy, aims to accommodate around 1,000 detainees amidst environmental and human rights concerns. Despite opposition and concerns about living conditions, the facility is being portrayed as a cost-effective and temporary solution to address overcrowded ICE detention centers nationwide.
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