USA: SHUT DOWN “ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ” FOR GOOD

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USA: SHUT DOWN “ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ” FOR GOOD
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The Everglades Detention Facility, also known as “Alligator Alcatraz”, opened in the state of Florida in July 2025 to detain migrants and asylum seekers. It has operated as a deliberate system of dehumanization and abuse: there are cruel and degrading conditions there, including overflowing sewage, shackling, denial of medical care, sleep deprivation, and punishment practices that amount to torture. The Florida governor has recently announced his intention to close it down, but the federal government insists it will remain open.

Demand Florida governor Ron DeSantis close “Alligator Alcatraz” immediately.

PLEASE TAKE ACTION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE UNTIL: August 31, 2026

Here is how you can take action:

  1. Send a letter to Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis
  2. Send an email to Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis
  3. Post on social media

Scroll down to Step 1 and Step 2 to access the full Urgent Action appeal, email to the Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis, and sample letter, and U.S.P.S. mailing address (if available).

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Mail your letter to the government officials listed below. You can also email, fax, call, or post about them on social media.

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Governor of Florida Ron DeSantis

State of Florida

The Capitol, 400 S. Monroe St.

Tallahassee, FL 32399, USA

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