Florida Renewed the Agreement Regarding the Detention of Immigrants in the Camp

• The renewed agreement regulates the interaction with detainees in the camp.
• It is planned to open new camps for immigrants in the USA.
• The expansion of the camp in Florida was halted by a court ruling.

Florida renewed the agreement with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding the detention of immigrants in the camp known as "Alligator Alcatraz." This camp, located in Everglades, is set to receive its first detainees at the beginning of July 2025. The renewed agreement specifies how state agencies will interact with immigrant detainees, including access to attorneys and courts.

The renewal of the agreement came in response to a civil lawsuit, which asserts that detainees were not allowed to meet with attorneys. Florida officials stated that starting July 15, 2025, all requests for meetings with attorneys will be approved.

At the same time, the Trump administration plans to open new camps similar to "Alligator Alcatraz" in different states, including Indiana, Arizona, and Louisiana, to expedite the deportation process. These new camps are expected to be located near airports to enhance efficiency.

However, the expansion of the camp in Florida was halted by a court for 14 days due to possible violations of environmental legislation. This has sparked concern among ecological groups and local communities.

Additionally, the company GardaWorld received contracts worth up to $138 million to ensure the functioning of the "Alligator Alcatraz" camp and new detention centers.

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