Breaking news: Judge orders halt to construction at Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

A federal judge said work must stop for 14 days while she considered arguments.

View in browser Aug. 7, 2025, 3:45 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Marco Bello/Reuters Judge Orders Halt to Construction at Florida's 'Alligator Alcatraz' Florida must stop construction at an immigration detention center in the remote Everglades for 14 days, a federal judge ruled, granting at least a temporary victory to environmentalists who say the facility has the potential to case serious harm to sensitive wetlands and endangered species. Read more If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018