Alligator Alcatraz!

Now we’re talking😆: Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier unveiled a daring proposal on Fox Business: a sprawling immigrant detention center in the Everglades, cheekily named “Alligator Alcatraz.” The facility, slated for a large Miami-Dade County-owned parcel with a built-in airstrip, aims to house suspected undocumented immigrants, process their cases, and expedite deportation flights. Uthmeier, with a sly grin, noted that any escapees would find themselves in a real pickle, surrounded by “alligators and pythons” in the unforgiving swamp. It’s a natural security system, courtesy of Florida’s wildlife.

The plan, if greenlit by local, state, and federal authorities, could see the facility operational in just 60 days. Uthmeier emphasized its potential to become Florida’s largest immigration detention center, relieving the strain on overcrowded local jails and federal facilities. The airstrip is a game-changer, allowing for swift deportation logistics without the hassle of transporting detainees to distant airports. It’s a practical move, designed to keep Florida’s immigration enforcement machine running smoothly.