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South Florida man released from ICE custody describes conditions inside "Alligator Alcatraz"

Rojas says detainees faced overcrowding, spoiled food and limited legal access, and he lost 45 pounds during nearly five months in custody.

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45-year-old Maikel Rojas was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in October 2025 after showing up for a routine, court-mandated annual check-in at the Miramar immigration office.

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South Florida man released from ICE custody describes conditions inside "Alligator Alcatraz"

45-year-old Maikel Rojas was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in October 2025 after showing up for a routine, court-mandated annual check-in at the Miramar immigration office.

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