Inside ‘Alligator Alcatraz’: Government’s Reckless Detention Center Threatens Immigrant Rights and Florida’s Ecosystem

The arrival of the first migrants at the newly constructed detention center ominously nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz” marks another troubling chapter in the federal government’s reckless immigration agenda. Situated deep within Florida’s sensitive Everglades wetlands, this facility is emblematic of a poorly planned, hasty operation that disregards human dignity, environmental preservation, and public safety. Rushed Construction with Questionable Standards: According to officials, the center was built in just eight days on the grounds of an abandoned airport west of Miami. Such speed raises serious concerns about whether these facilities meet even basic standards for humane treatment or structural integrity — especially...