Posted on 06/24/2025 10:37:53 AM PDT by bitt
Florida is about to make a bold statement in the ongoing national debate over illegal immigration, and it’s not just talk — it’s action.
The Sunshine State is rolling out a new approach that’s as tough as it is practical: setting up a string of detention centers specifically for illegal immigrants with criminal records. The centerpiece of this initiative is a facility tucked deep in the Everglades, built on the bones of an abandoned airfield, and already earning an unforgettable nickname from state officials: “Alligator Alcatraz.”
The name isn’t just for show.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier made it clear that this is no ordinary detention center. “There’s really nowhere to go. If you’re housed there, if you’re detained there, there’s no way in, no way out.” With the Everglades’ notorious swampy terrain, alligators, and invasive pythons, any thought of escape is as dangerous as it is futile.
The message is unmistakable: Florida is serious about securing its borders and protecting its citizens.
This isn’t just a Florida initiative. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed the project, revealing that the federal government is working at what she described as “turbo speed” to deliver on the American people’s mandate for mass deportations of criminal illegal aliens. “Under President Trump’s leadership, we are working at turbo speed on cost-effective and innovative ways to deliver on the American people’s mandate for mass deportations of criminal illegal aliens,” Noem told CBS News. “We will expand facilities and bed space in just days, thanks to our partnership with Florida.”
The Everglades facility, along with other sites scattered throughout the state, will collectively be able to hold up to 5,000 detainees. Operations could begin as soon as July, and while officials are calling these centers “temporary,” there’s no set timeline for their closure.
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Baloney. tip-toe-desantis has had authority from day one as FL governor to secure his states borders and round up or otherwise curtail all illegals in his state.
He has not done it, and will not, for some reason that suites him. (dumb? or bribed? or doesn’t want to live up to the duties of his job? take your pick.)
Mean while Floridians die by illegals, or are harmed, are stolen from in person and in merchandise and services and tax payer monies.
Mean while dingbat-Santis shipped illegals elsewhere, which likely led to harm of other US Citizens.
He only talks big, but he is actually a very little person in many ways.
I really wanted to hope he was decent, but he has repeatedly shown he is primarily interested in himself not his state’s Citizens. I pray he never gets into higher office
Giant pythons would be even more likely! They have taken over the Everglades.
Maybe you should read the article/information before posting.
And...... the facility can’t be reached by the press of pesky “defense” lawyers
Saw video of the place. Middle of nowhere.
There’s no doubt but that Gov. DeSantis and the Florida legislature are at the top of the heap of all the states in conservative legislation and conservative practice. Nice going, Florida.
another retard surfaces on FR ...
I like your ‘About’ page...
Thx, Bob Ireland! Been meaning to get around to revising it—it’s getting old. Than again, so am I.
I think I am past that point👈❗ - 🤷♂️
Why do they need a criminal record? All illegals are criminals
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