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Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention center has closed, governor says
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· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the decision and its impact can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the closure of a temporary immigration center. " Details about the closure are limited, but it has been confirmed by the governor. Further information about the decision and its impact can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles .
For those seeking more details about the closure of "Alligator Alcatraz," additional information is available from the source, providing a more comprehensive understanding of the situation.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the closure of a temporary immigration center. The facility was known as "Alligator Alcatraz." Details about the closure are limited, but it has been…
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