FEMA Funds New Alligator Alcatraz Detention Center in Everglades
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FEMA funds, specifically through the Shelter and Services Program, are being used to support the construction and operation of an immigrant detention facility in Florida, dubbed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' which is intended to house up to 5,000 detainees before deportation, with the funding initially provided by the state of Florida and reimbursed by FEMA.
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- Hundreds of immigrants to arrive at Everglades detention center tonight, Uthmeier announces Florida Phoenix
- 'Alligator Alcatraz' checking in hundreds of detainees Wednesday night, Florida AG says KOMO
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