DeSantis permanently closes ICE detention center ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has officially shut down the notorious Everglades immigration detention center dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz," marking a significant move in the state's immigration policy. The facility, which housed detainees in tents, faced severe criticism and was temporarily closed due to hurricane threats. The decision underscores a broader shift in how Florida approaches immigration detention, potentially impacting federal-state relations on this contentious issue. This move also reflects DeSantis's stance on immigration, which has been a central theme of his political career.