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May 12, 2026
Florida to Close Controversial Migrant Detention Facility by June
- Florida will close the 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention facility by early June, according to reports.
- The decision comes after legal challenges and rising operational costs, amid allegations of poor conditions.
- Governor Ron DeSantis indicated that detainees may be relocated to other facilities, though specifics are unclear.
2 Sources
- Florida Plans to Close ‘Alligator Alcatraz’, Vendors Are Reportedly ToldMay 12, 2026 at 8:19 PM · NYT
- New York Times: ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ the controversial Florida migrant detention facility, will closeMay 12, 2026 at 11:37 PM · CNN