"Imminent Closure Looms for Notorious Immigration Jail in Florida Everglades. After years of criticism over inhumane conditions, the fate of Alligator Alcatraz, a notorious immigration detention facility in the remote Florida Everglades, is finally taking a turn. Celebrated by former President Donald Trump for its harsh conditions, the tented camp has long been a subject of controversy. State officials have informed vendors that they should prepare for the facility's closure as early as next month, citing the ongoing high costs of maintaining the camp. The move has been welcomed by an alliance of environmental groups and immigration advocates, who have long pushed for the closure of the facility due to concerns over the welfare of detainees and the facility's impact on the surrounding ecosystem."
State officials told vendors at the facility to prepare for a breakdown of the tented camp beginning next monthSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailAn alliance of environmental groups and immigration advocates has welcomed what looks to be the imminent closure of Alligator Alcatraz, the notorious immigration jail in the remote Florida Everglades celebrated by Donald Trump for its harsh conditions.State officials told vendors at the facility on Tuesday to prepare for a breakdown of the tented camp beginning next month, the New York Times reported, citing its ongoing cost. Continue reading...
