The state of Florida has decided to close the controversial migrant detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” located in the Everglades. This facility, which cost $1.2 billion, was initially praised by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump as a model for other states. However, the decision to shut it down comes amid rising operational costs and safety concerns related to hurricane season. The last detainees were recently transferred or deported, and the site will soon revert to its original use as a small airport for pilot training. The closure had been anticipated for months, with DeSantis acknowledging its impending shutdown. The demobilization process, involving the removal of fencing and structures, is expected to take several days.
QUESTION: How might the closure of Alligator Alcatraz influence future policies on immigration detention centers in the United States?
“Alligator Alcatraz” shutting down permanently, sources tell CBS News Miami
