Florida lawmakers sue for access to Alligator Alcatraz
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Lawmakers in both parties slammed the revelation, which comes as concerns are being raised about the lack of oversight and transparency over the millions of dollars being spent on the temporary
Florida International University Police has finalized its agreement to assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, which will deputize members of its staff to act as federal immigration officials. FIU is among 13 Florida university police departments that now have a finalized 287 (g) agreement signed both by the university and ICE.
Key West city officials voted to reinstate local law enforcement’s agreement with federal immigration efforts after previously dissolving the partnership.
Key West City Commissioners — under pressure from Florida’s attorney general — reversed a decision that was praised by residents at a previous meeting and voted to reenter into a 287(g) immigration enforcement agreement between local police and federal officials.
South Florida immigration advocates are hosting a town hall on Friday to discuss how President Donald Trump’s various immigration policies are affecting South Florida.
Florida continues to carry out mass deportations, prompting legal experts to question the legality of the state’s controversial ‘blueprint’.
Fraga's account is one of several stories from inmates and attorneys about the detention facility’s challenges during its initial opening week.
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WPEC CBS 12 on MSNAllegations of poor conditions at Alligator Alcatraz prompt inquiries to Florida officialsPeople being held at a remote immigration facility in the Everglades, known as Alligator Alcatraz, say they are facing harsh conditions.