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Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detainees Face Legal Turmoil

10/8/2025

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Detainees at the Florida center named 'Alligator Alcatraz' may not be in removal proceedings, contradicting Governor Ron DeSantis.
The Department of Justice says detainees have varied immigration statuses, hindering class certification.
Civil rights groups filed suit alleging detainees' right to legal counsel and seeking an injunction.
A federal judge ordered closure for inadequate environmental review, but appellate intervention allowed operations.

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Detainees at the Florida center named 'Alligator Alcatraz' may not be in removal proceedings, contradicting Governor Ron DeSantis.
The Department of Justice says detainees have varied immigration statuses, hindering class certification.
Civil rights groups filed suit alleging detainees' right to legal counsel and seeking an injunction.
A federal judge ordered closure for inadequate environmental review, but appellate intervention allowed operations.