"Florida has begun construction on a 1,000-bed migrant detention center on an old airstrip in the Big Cypress National Preserve, a protected part of the Everglades."
"The nickname 'Alligator Alcatraz' came from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who emphasized the remote and hazardous nature of the swamp as a deterrent."
The construction of a 1,000-bed migrant detention center in the Everglades, named 'Alligator Alcatraz,' has ignited controversy by juxtaposing environmental preservation with political ambition and strict immigration policies. Supported by the Trump administration and led by Governor Ron DeSantis, the facility will utilize tents and trailers on an old airstrip in a protected area, aimed at housing undocumented immigrants. This initiative reflects a broader immigration enforcement strategy while raising significant concerns about its environmental and social implications.
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