In a landmark decision, the appeals court in Florida has made a ruling on the controversial issue of alligators at Alcatraz detention center. The court has ordered the removal of the alligators from the facility, siding with immigrant rights groups who have been fighting against the presence of these dangerous creatures.
The saga began when the Trump administration decided to relocate alligators from the swamps of Florida to Alcatraz as a deterrent for detainees attempting to escape. The move was met with widespread backlash and legal challenges, culminating in the recent ruling by the appeals court.
Immigration activists have long argued that the presence of alligators at the detention center is inhumane and violates the rights of the detainees. The recent court decision is being hailed as a victory for human rights and a step towards more compassionate immigration policies.
As the alligators are set to be removed from Alcatraz, the future of the facility remains uncertain. Immigrant rights groups are hopeful that this ruling will set a precedent for more humane treatment of detainees in the future.
Category: U.S.
Published on: 2025-09-04 21:03:27
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