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Federal Judge Orders Closure of Controversial Florida Detention Center
8/22/2025
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Story summary
- A federal judge mandated the closure of the Alligator Alcatraz immigration detention facility in Florida within 60 days.
- The order prohibits new detainees and expansion efforts at the facility.
- Critics point to poor conditions, while Florida officials defend its operations.
- Ongoing legal disputes create confusion over operational control and accountability.
- DHS officials consider Alligator Alcatraz a model for future detention facilities.
