Alligator Alcatraz Closed But Cleanup Looms | Jacksonville News

Alligator Alcatraz, the controversial immigration detention center in the Everglades, has officially shut down — gates locked, sign removed — but its environmental scars remain. Conservation groups and the Miccosukee Tribe are pushing for full accountability, demanding a five-point restoration plan that includes stakeholder input, independent assessments, and a ban on future development. While one lawsuit over diesel pollution was dropped after cleanup, the fight continues to ensure the land is fully restored and to prevent repeat offenses — turning a dark chapter into a turning point for environmental justice. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dba590bda6f8176d