Environmental and Human Risks at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Detention Center

The proposed Alligator Alcatraz detention center in the Everglades poses significant environmental and human rights risks, including habitat disruption, increased infrastructure, and vulnerability to hurricanes, raising concerns about its impact on local ecosystems, indigenous lands, and the safety of detainees during storms. Critics argue it could lead to environmental degradation and costly disasters, emphasizing the project’s potential to harm Floridians and the environment.