Groups cite detainee maltreatment and degradation of surrounding land as reasons to close facility permanently

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration opened the facility last July to support the immigration crackdown by the administration of President Donald Trump.

The agency said the facility's "soft structure" could put immigrant detainees at risk and transferred them all to other facilities.

ICE has moved detainees out of a controversial soft-sided detention center in the Florida Everglades known as "Alligator Alcatraz," a spokesperson said, citing safety concerns…

Detainees at an immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades, known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” have been transferred to other facilities, the U.S.

The ex-DHS secretary envisioned similar ICE jails across the country but Florida’s cage-filled tents in the Everglades have been emptied out

Groups cite detainee maltreatment and degradation of surrounding land as reasons to close facility permanently

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All detainees at the detention center in the Florida Everglades, known as "Alligator Alcatraz," have been transferred to other facilities, the Department of Homeland Security…

The facility, located near the Everglade wetlands, has drawn human rights concerns and lawsuits over its conditions.

The Trump administration said individuals were moved to ensure their safety during hurricane season. Environmental groups pursuing litigation over the site want more transparency.