Florida prepares to build a second immigration detention center to join ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
FLORIDA, AUG 5 – Florida plans a second immigration detention center at Camp Blanding to increase deportation capacity after more than 600 people were removed from the first facility, officials said.
- Florida is preparing to build a second immigration detention center at Camp Blanding, responding to the issues surrounding the first facility, 'Alligator Alcatraz.'
- Governor Ron DeSantis stated his willingness to consider the new site once 'Alligator Alcatraz' reaches capacity, and construction plans depend on increased deportation from the South Florida facility.
- Critics, including immigration advocates, have raised concerns about harsh conditions in the facilities, with reports of detainees lacking sufficient food and medical care.
- President Donald Trump supports the facility's conditions, stating it is suitable for the 'worst of the worst.
45 Articles
45 Articles
Miami, U.S.A., 6 Aug (EFE).- The government of Florida lists an immigration detention center in the north of the state in addition to Alligator Alcatraz, which has been operating for a month west of Miami, according to public documents and complaints from activists. The Florida Emergency Management Division (FDEM), in charge of ‘Alcatraz de los caimanes’, awarded a contract for $39,490 to WeatherSTEM for a climate alert system in a place it call…
Florida Eyes Second Immigration Facility, Looks To Expand Historic WWII Camp
State plans for “North Detention Facility” at Camp Blanding amid mounting deportations from the existing “Alligator Alcatraz” site. Florida is moving ahead with plans to expand its immigration detention capabilities, with a new facility planned for the historic Camp Blanding National Guard training site in Clay County. The state’s Department of Emergency Management is already […] Florida Eyes Second Immigration Facility, Looks To Expand Historic…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 58% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium