Everglades Detention Center Closes

Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Florida’s controversial “Alligator Alcatraz” detention center in the Everglades is shutting down after just one year, sparking relief among detainees’ families and advocates—but also fueling legal battles over environmental violations and accusations of inhumane conditions. Governor Ron DeSantis called it a completed mission, with no plans to reopen, and promised to reimburse Floridians for the costly state-funded facility. Meanwhile, debates continue over how Florida’s other prisons, like Baker Correctional Institution, will be used for immigration enforcement. Support the show:Get a…