Deportation Depot
Coverage of Deportation Depot in the Nexus archive.
- Florida disaster fund spent more on immigration than all 2025 missions combined
Florida's emergency fund spent $564 million (63%) on immigration enforcement in the fiscal year 2025-2026, exceeding all other emergency missions combined. The Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund, originally intended for disasters, was redirected for immigration efforts, including facilities like 'Alligator Alcatraz' and 'Deportation Depot.'
- DHS moves all detainees out of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ amid hurricane concerns
The Department of Homeland Security has transferred all detainees from the Florida Everglades migrant detention center 'Alligator Alcatraz' to other facilities due to hurricane season concerns. The facility, criticized for harsh conditions and mistreatment, has processed over 20,000 detainees since its 2025 opening, with advocates suggesting the transfer is an excuse for other reasons.
- Florida still owes $603 million on immigration enforcement contracts
Florida still owes $603 million to 27 companies for immigration enforcement contracts, including detention facilities and migrant crackdown efforts. The total obligations range between $991 million and $1.01 billion, with unpaid bills including $122 million to a portable toilet company and $79 million to a detention center operator. The DeSantis administration's emergency managers have spent over $500 million on related costs.