Federal Judge’s Halt on ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Construction Highlights Flaws in Environmental and Immigration Policies

The recent decision by U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams to impose a temporary halt on construction at Florida's so-called “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention center reveals a troubling tangle of bureaucratic gridlock that undermines both national sovereignty and practical border enforcement.Built in the heart of the ecologically sensitive Everglades, this detention facility is central to Florida’s efforts to secure its borders amid ongoing immigration challenges. Yet, environmental groups alongside the Miccosukee Tribe have rallied behind lawsuits claiming the project violates the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), arguing it threatens protected wetlands and could reverse decades of restoration efforts worth billions.Is Environmental...