Controversy and Chaos at Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz Detention Center

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has rapidly built a migrant detention facility called 'Alligator Alcatraz' using emergency powers that bypass standard bidding processes, funneling millions to politically connected contractors. The project, funded by a large emergency fund, has raised concerns about transparency, cost, and the use of emergency declarations for political purposes, with critics arguing it diverts funds from essential public services.