DHS moves all detainees out of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ amid hurricane concerns
All detainees at "Alligator Alcatraz" in the Florida Everglades have been transferred to other facilities, DHS says, citing hurricane season concerns.
TL;DR
- All detainees have been transferred from the "Alligator Alcatraz" migrant detention center in Florida's Everglades.
- The Department of Homeland Security cited concerns for detainee safety during hurricane season as the reason for the transfers.
- Some detainees will be moved to another ICE facility in Sanderson, Florida.
- The controversial "Alligator Alcatraz" facility has faced criticism from lawyers and human rights groups over harsh conditions and alleged mistreatment.
- Immigration advocates believe the hurricane season is an excuse and that the transfers are for other, undisclosed reasons.
- The facility was intended to be temporary, according to Florida's governor.