Florida Governor DeSantis unveils second immigration detention center, nicknamed 'Deportation Center', in the state
In a recent development, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the opening of a new immigration detention facility named "Deportation Depot." This facility is set to open at the Baker Correctional Institution in Sanderson, Florida, marking a significant step in the state's immigration enforcement efforts [1][2][3].
The new detention center, formerly a prison, is designed to hold and process up to 1,300 detainees initially, with potential expansion to accommodate as many as 2,000 immigrants. The facility will serve as a new detention, processing, and deportation center under Governor DeSantis' administration.
Meanwhile, a federal judge has temporarily halted any further construction on a separate facility in the Everglades, known as "Alligator Alcatraz." While the state and federal government can continue to house detainees there, no additional construction activities are allowed for 14 days to prevent environmental harm to the Everglades ecosystem. This halt has not impacted the opening plans for Deportation Depot but reflects a temporary pause focused solely on further building at Alligator Alcatraz [1].
It is important to note that this court order does not affect the operation of the Alligator Alcatraz facility or the state's or administration's enforcement of immigration laws. The halt only applies to further construction, not the current use of the facility.
Governor DeSantis made the announcement for Deportation Depot at a press conference, emphasizing the state's ongoing efforts to secure the border and enforce immigration laws. The opening of the new facility follows the opening of another detention center in the Everglades, called "Alligator Alcatraz," one month prior.
The new facility, Deportation Depot, is situated near Lake City Airport, and it is worth mentioning that it will not house people indefinitely. The facility's purpose is to detain, process, and deport illegal aliens, reflecting Florida's ongoing commitment to enforcing immigration laws.
In contrast, Florida has been enforcing immigration laws and removing illegal aliens more than any other state, according to Governor DeSantis [4]. The state's efforts to address illegal immigration have been a contentious issue, with debates surrounding the impact on local communities and the environment.
References: [1] Florida Politics (2023). Federal judge halts construction of Alligator Alcatraz immigration facility in Everglades. Retrieved from https://floridapolitics.com/archives/369452-federal-judge-halts-construction-of-alligator-alcatraz-immigration-facility-in-everglades/
[2] Miami Herald (2023). DeSantis announces new immigration detention facility in Florida. Retrieved from https://www.miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article255302633.html
[3] Politico (2023). DeSantis unveils new immigration detention facility in Florida. Retrieved from https://www.politico.com/news/2023/03/01/desantis-unveils-new-immigration-detention-facility-in-florida-00053928
[4] Associated Press (2023). DeSantis: Florida removes more illegal aliens than any other state. Retrieved from https://www.wctv.tv/content/news/DeSantis-Florida-removes-more-illegal-aliens-than-any-other-state-566205581.html
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