Appeals court rules Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” detention site can stay open

A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a lower court ruling that mandated the dismantling of “Alligator Alcatraz,” an immigration detention site in Florida’s Everglades, allowing it to remain operational during ongoing legal challenges. The ruling, supported by judges nominated during Trump’s presidency, argued that the facility isn’t subject to federal environmental regulations, while critics cite concerns over inhumane conditions and limited detainee rights.

Want More Context? 🔎