Alligator Alcatraz Shut Down But Justice Looms

Spokane News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

The infamous “Alligator Alcatraz” detention facility in the Everglades is officially shut down, with demolition underway—but the fight for justice isn’t over. Environmental groups and immigration advocates demand accountability, citing ecological damage and human rights abuses. They’re pushing for an independent environmental study, seeking legal redress for bypassed reviews, and calling for tribal land restitution. Lawyers continue to protect detainees’ rights, exposing neglect and mistreatment. As the site is dismantled, activists say this is only the start of a longer battle for truth…