Federal court order bars new construction and detainees at Florida immigration facility, citing threats to the Everglades and its endangered wildlife.

A federal judge has issued an indefinite halt to new construction at an immigration detention facility, a decision that impedes Florida’s proactive efforts to help manage the ongoing national border crisis. The ruling, which sides with environmental activists, prevents the state from expanding the facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz,” despite its critical role in aiding federal immigration enforcement.

U.S. District Court Judge Kathleen Williams’ order allows the state to continue using existing structures at the site, but it puts a hard stop on any growth plans.

This decision prevents new detainees from being brought to the facility an

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