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DeSantis Confirms First Deportation Flights Underway from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

DeSantis Confirms First Deportation Flights Underway from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

DeSantis Confirms First Deportation Flights Underway from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Deportation flights have commenced from Florida’s controversial Everglades immigration detention center, dubbed ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Governor Ron DeSantis announced Friday. Approximately 100 detainees have already been transferred to other countries via flights operated by the Department of Homeland Security, with DeSantis anticipating a significant increase in these numbers. Speaking near the remote South Florida facility, DeSantis stated that two to three flights have departed so far, though specific destinations were not…

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Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Under Scrutiny for Detaining Individuals Without Criminal Records

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Under Scrutiny for Detaining Individuals Without Criminal Records

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Under Scrutiny for Detaining Individuals Without Criminal Records The controversial Everglades detention facility, colloquially known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” is facing heightened scrutiny after reports revealed that a significant number of its detainees have no criminal convictions. The facility, located in Collier County, approximately 36 miles west of Miami, reportedly houses a mix of individuals accused or convicted of crimes alongside many immigrants who lack any criminal record. The revelation has ignited public debate and prompted action from…

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Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration

Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration

Pro-Palestinian Activist Mahmoud Khalil Files $20 Million Complaint Against Trump Administration Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate student and prominent pro-Palestinian activist, has filed an administrative complaint against the Trump administration, seeking $20 million in damages or an official apology. The complaint, a precursor to a federal lawsuit under the Federal Tort Claims Act, comes weeks after Khalil’s release on June 20, 2025, from over three months of immigration detention. Khalil, 30, who was a key negotiator during Columbia University’s…

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Aerial Photos Reveal ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Opening in Florida Everglades

Aerial Photos Reveal ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Opening in Florida Everglades

Aerial Photos Reveal ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Opening in Florida Everglades New aerial photographs have surfaced, providing the first clear views of the controversial “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration detention center. Taken from a helicopter on July 4, 2025, by Alon Skuy for Getty Images, the images show the sprawling 5,000-bed facility located at the remote Dade-Collier Training and Transition Airport in Ochopee, Florida, deep within the Everglades wetlands. The center’s opening, attended by President Donald Trump, marks a significant expansion in…

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Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Center Begins Receiving Detainees Amidst Growing Controversy

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Center Begins Receiving Detainees Amidst Growing Controversy

Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Center Begins Receiving Detainees Amidst Growing Controversy The controversial new detention center, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” deep in the Florida Everglades has begun receiving its first group of immigrants, a spokesperson for Republican state Attorney General James Uthmeier confirmed. While specific numbers and arrival times were not immediately provided, the development marks a significant step for the facility championed by Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Donald Trump. Attorney General Uthmeier, credited as the architect behind the…

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FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details

FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details

FEMA Funding for ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Immigration Facility Under Scrutiny Amidst New Details A controversial immigrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” is reportedly being funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Shelter and Services Program, according to recent statements. This facility, expected to house up to 5,000 detainees, is situated on an airfield approximately 45 miles west of Miami, designed for individuals awaiting deportation. Initial reports indicated that the state of Florida provided the first $450…

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Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention

Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention

Columbia University Activist Mahmoud Khalil Released on Bail After Three Months in Immigration Detention Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University activist and legal permanent resident, was released from immigration detention on Friday, July 28, 2023, after more than three months in custody. His release followed a federal judge’s order in the U.S. District Court for New Jersey. Khalil, a 30-year-old Algerian citizen married to a U.S. citizen, was arrested on March 8, 2023, at his New York apartment by Immigration and…

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Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention

Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention

Columbia University Student Mahmoud Khalil Released from Immigration Detention Mahmoud Khalil, a 30-year-old lawful permanent resident and Columbia University graduate student, was released from immigration detention on June 20, 2024, following a federal judge’s order. The release came after a legal battle stemming from his arrest on March 8, 2024, at his Manhattan apartment by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Khalil’s detention was initiated following Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s determination that Khalil’s pro-Palestinian activism threatened U.S. foreign policy…

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US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody

US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody

US Judge Orders Release of Mahmoud Khalil from Immigration Custody Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist, was released from immigration custody on June 20, 2024, following a ruling by US District Judge Michael Farbiarz of the U.S. District Court for New Jersey. Khalil, a legal permanent resident of the United States, had been detained since March 8, 2024, after being arrested by immigration agents in Manhattan. The arrest followed President Donald Trump’s stated policy to deport foreign…

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DHS Implements New Restrictions on Lawmaker Visits to ICE Facilities; Concerns Remain Regarding Family Visitation

DHS Implements New Restrictions on Lawmaker Visits to ICE Facilities; Concerns Remain Regarding Family Visitation

DHS Implements New Restrictions on Lawmaker Visits to ICE Facilities; Concerns Remain Regarding Family Visitation The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has implemented new guidelines restricting lawmaker access to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities. These guidelines, released in response to recent confrontational visits by Democratic lawmakers, require 72 hours’ notice for lawmaker visits and 24 hours’ notice for staff visits. Lawmakers are also required to provide a list of detainees they wish to speak with 48 hours in advance,…

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