A Florida federal judge has issued a temporary stop to further construction at the controversial immigration detention center in the Florida Everglades dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz,” citing concerns over its impact on the surrounding environment. Judge Williams approved a 14-day temporary restraining order after hearing two days of testimony regarding the potential ecological harm posed by the facility. The pause comes as the court prepares to resume hearings next Tuesday; however in the interim, Judge Williams opted to temporarily intervene to protect the fragile ecosystem of the Everglades, which could suffer irreversible damage without immediate action. While the center can continue housing detainees, any new construction activities must be suspended during this period. Environmental organizations, alongside the Miccosukee Tribe, requested the injunction, arguing that construction began without legally required environmental assessments.