TK News by Matt Taibbi • 1585 implied HN points • 05 Jul 25
- Alligator Alcatraz is a new immigration detention center in Florida designed to hold over 3,000 illegal immigrants. It's built quickly on an old airstrip in the Everglades.
- Florida Republicans are using the facility to raise money by selling Alligator Alcatraz merchandise, which has caused mixed reactions from the public.
- The facility has sparked significant political debate and protests, highlighting different opinions on immigration issues in the state.