James Uthmeier proposed a new Everglades detention center named Alligator Alcatraz, which received support from Ron DeSantis.

The entities involved

• James Uthmeier →

  Republican Florida attorney general (born 1987)

  • Ron DeSantis appointed James Uthmeier to run a facility in the Florida Everglades that supports Trump's immigration crackdown.Sat 00:46
  • James Uthmeier worked for Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign.Fri 14:10
• Ron DeSantis →

  American politician (born 1978)

  • An execution is scheduled in Florida, driven by the Governor's push for an increased execution rate.Sun 16:00
  • Governor DeSantis issues death warrants in Florida, related to Shawn's father who is incarcerated there.Sun 16:00
• Alcatraz →

  island in Loving County, Texas, United States

  • A Cuban national was detained upon arrival in the US at the Alligator Alcatraz facility.Sat 19:36

Related events

• Governor DeSantis addressed storm casualties following Hurricane Isaias landfall, while the Florida Public Service Commission approved utility rate increases.Oct 16
• DeSantis' administration built a detention center in Florida, an effort supported by Donald Trump.Jun 25
• Ron DeSantis intends to designate the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a terrorist organization, pending confirmation from the Florida Cabinet.Jul 1
• Jose Javier Rodriguez is running for office in Florida, challenging James Uthmeier, the state's Attorney General.Aug 27
• An investigation into the DeSantis administration in Florida is underway regarding funds and settlements involving former Attorney General Ashley Moody and her chief deputy.Aug 27