Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Florida Begins Building "Alligator Alcatraz" Migrant Detention Center
Florida is building a new detention center in the Everglades called "Alligator Alcatraz" to hold migrants.
The center is designed to hold thousands of people.
Because of where it's located, there's natural security, such as alligators and other dangerous animals.
The project is part of an ongoing effort to increase detention and deportation of migrants and is supported by the government.
The yearly cost for the facility could be over $450 million, funded by government agencies.
Florida began construction of a temporary migrant detention facility in the Everglades, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz".
The facility aims to house up to 5,000 migrants.
Construction commenced on Tuesday, with a potential initial capacity of 1,000 people within 30-60 days.
The facility's location in the Everglades provides natural security due to the presence of alligators, crocodiles, and pythons.
The project is funded by DHS, with FEMA covering a "large part" of the $450 million annual cost.
- Who
- The facility is backed by the Florida Attorney General and DHS.
- What
- Construction of "Alligator Alcatraz", a temporary migrant detention facility, has begun.
- When
- Construction began on Tuesday.
- Where
- The facility is located in the Florida Everglades.
- Why
- The center is part of an effort to enhance immigration enforcement, detaining and deporting more migrants.
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Goals
Government/Supporters
Increased security and detention capabilities.
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- Facility Name
- Alligator Alcatraz
- Location
- Florida Everglades
- Detainee Capacity
- Up to 5,000
- Funding Source
- DHS & FEMA
- Construction Start Date
- Tuesday
- Annual Cost
- $450 million (estimated)
