The “dangerous and unlawful conditions” inside the state-managed immigration detention camp in the Everglades pose serious health implications for hundreds of detainees, says a group of health professionals and immigrant advocates.

On Tuesday, a packed crowd of advocates and family members of migrant detainees gathered outside the gates, alleging a systematic abuse of human rights.

Ron DeSantis on Friday rebuffed criticism of poor conditions at Alligator Alcatraz, the immigrant detention center, by saying people housed there have the option to self-deport instead. DeSantis said the U.

Environmental groups and locals including the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida say the center is a big problem.

At a press briefing on Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) expressed shock that Democrats defend illegal immigrants sent to Alligator Alcatraz.

Despite extensive attempts to obtain approval to say Mass in the detention center, Wenski told RNS the archdiocese had not been able to provide pastoral care for the detained migrants.

The state has a $37 million contract that includes funding for permanent and temporary fencing and roadway construction

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a press conference on Friday morning in Marco Island where he announced a new EAA Reservoir Agreement with the United States Army. During the press conference, DeSantis was asked about "Alligator Alcatraz's" impact on the Florida Everglades.

Hollywood celebrated 50th anniversary of 'Jaws,' which instilled terror in the public about sharks, especially in beach-going Florida.