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Heat, storms, mosquitos the big threats at Alligator Alcatraz, experts say
Florida’s hastily constructed detention camp in the Everglades, which began processing immigrants late this week, has been praised by President Trump.
Lawmakers were stopped from entering Alligator Alcatraz. That may violate Florida law
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Republican donors, Florida’s hurricane know-how helped build ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ quickly
The first detainees arrived July 3 at the facility, which will cost $450 million to operate and consists of tents and ...
Could Children Be Detained At 'Alligator Alcatraz'? What We Know
Florida lawmakers have voiced their concern over the possibility, and five were recently denied entry into the facility.
Lawmakers who tried to visit ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ amid humanitarian concerns were denied entry
Florida lawmakers worried about “humanitarian concerns” were denied entry into the new detention center dubbed as “Alligator ...
Battle over Alligator Alcatraz detention site intensifies as political, legal fights escalate in South Florida
A controversial migrant detention center dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” is drawing fierce political and legal scrutiny, with ...
Florida food trucks face backlash after catering controversy at Alligator Alcatraz
A Mexican food truck company is apologizing to its customers for participating in a catering event at Alligator Alcatraz.
"Alligator Alcatraz" unpopular among Americans—Poll
Americans aren't on board with the Everglades detention center, according to a new YouGov poll released Thursday.