Florida to Close 'Alligator Alcatraz': A Controversial Detention Center

Florida plans to close 'Alligator Alcatraz', a federal detention center controversial for its conditions. Sources report detainees will relocate by June. Built for $250 million, it faces criticism for inadequate conditions. The center opened under Kristi Noem's tenure and mirrors President Trump's immigration agenda.

Florida is set to shut down the federal migrant detention center known as 'Alligator Alcatraz', reported the New York Times on Tuesday, referencing a federal official and three insiders.

Authorities informed vendors on Tuesday that the facility would close, with detainees moving by June. Built at a $250 million price tag, the center will be dismantled in the coming weeks, according to the sources.

The Department of Homeland Security spokesperson denied allegations that the agency pressured the state to end operations at the facility, despite ongoing assessments of detention needs.