Anthony Coker
Coverage of Anthony Coker in the Nexus archive.
- DeSantis hails ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ as victory while confirming its shutdown
Ron DeSantis announced the closure of the state-run Everglades immigration detention facility 'Alligator Alcatraz,' which processed nearly 21,000 migrants during its under-a-year operation. While DeSantis praised the facility as a success, critics highlighted financial overruns and disorganization, with costs estimated up to $1.7 billion. The facility's closure follows environmental and legal concerns, with plans to repurpose the site as a pilot training airport.
- DeSantis to appear at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ site for news conference
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference at the decommissioned 'Alligator Alcatraz' migrant detention facility. Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced plans to sell the site to conservation partners for Everglades restoration after the facility's closure.