DeSantis hails ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as victory while confirming its shutdown

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis celebrated the closure of "Alligator Alcatraz," the state-run Everglades immigration detention center, claiming it as a triumph for state and federal cooperation in the Trump administration's immigration enforcement strategy. The facility, which operated for less than a year, was shut down amid criticism over its controversial practices. DeSantis's declaration underscores a broader narrative in the state’s immigration policies, signaling a shift in strategy as the administration’s influence wanes. This move likely impacts the ongoing national debate on immigration enforcement and federal-state collaboration.