US EditionJudge Considers Halting Operations at Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUG 6 – Environmental and civil rights groups seek to halt the detention center citing violations of federal environmental laws and detainees’ constitutional rights, with capacity planned for 4,000 detainees.
- In Miami, U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams considered whether to halt the Florida Everglades detention center known as “Alligator Alcatraz” over alleged environmental law violations.
- Environmental groups and the Miccosukee Tribe argue the facility violates the National Environmental Policy Act by skipping assessments and threatening protected wetlands.
- According to Eve Samples, the facility ignored a review process required by the National Environmental Policy Act, while it has been operational for over a month and will reach 4,000 detainees by August.
- Last week, attorneys for federal and state agencies argued to dismiss or transfer the case, and Judge Williams has not yet ruled.
- Later this month, a hearing is scheduled for August 18, and Vladimir Putin met with Trump’s envoy ahead of a U.S. peace deadline.
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Judge orders temporary halt to construction at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center
MIAMI (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday ordered a temporary halt to construction of an immigration detention center — built in the middle of the Florida Everglades and dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz” — as attorneys argue whether it violates environmenta
The Times of Northwest Indiana
Judge hears arguments against Fla. 'Alcatraz'
MIAMI — A federal judge heard arguments Wednesday over whether to stop construction of an immigration detention center — built in the Florida Everglades and dubbed "Alligator Alcatraz" — because it didn't follow environmental laws.
Spectrum Local News
Federal judge hears arguments in 'Alligator Alcatraz' case
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams will hear testimony Wednesday.
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