What is alligator alcatraz?

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Alligator Alcatraz is a nickname for a large migrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, designed to hold up to 3,000 people. The site faces legal and environmental challenges due to its location in protected wetlands.

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Construction halted at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ site

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Federal judge orders two-week halt to construction at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center.
Environmental groups and the Mikosuke tribe filed lawsuits citing threats to protected wetlands. 1m 12s
The pause allows the court to consider possible violations of federal environmental laws. 52s
The facility remains operational and continues to detain and process migrants. 1m 25s
Separate lawsuits allege lack of legal access and due process for detainees. 2m 33s

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Construction halted at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ site

CNN

3 hours ago

Construction halted at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ site

Alligator Alcatraz refers to a controversial immigrant detention center in the Florida Everglades, facing backlash for threatening protected wetlands.

CNN

3 hours ago

Construction halted at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ site

The migrant detention center in the Florida Everglades is dubbed Alligator Alcatraz and is under legal scrutiny for potential environmental law violations.

New ICE migrant facility dubbed 'Speedway Slammer' to open in Indiana

CBS America

2 days ago

New ICE migrant facility dubbed 'Speedway Slammer' to open in Indiana

Florida's Alligator Alcatraz serves as a model for state-run migrant detention centers, known for its large capacity and strict immigration enforcement.