DeSantis Administration Fights Back After Federal Court Halts Expansion of Controversial Everglades Detention Facility
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ administration has moved swiftly to contest a federal judge’s recent ruling that aligns with environmental advocacy groups and the Miccosukee Tribe, mandating that operations at a debated immigrant detention facility in the Everglades must cease. The state has submitted a notice of appeal following U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams’ issuance of a preliminary injunction. The court’s ruling halts any further construction and prohibits the addition of new detainees to the facility, which locally has been labeled “Alligator Alcatraz.” Judge Williams has also mandated the dismantling of temporary fencing, the removal of … Read more