Today, José Javier Rodríguez, candidate for Florida Attorney General, released the following statement on the opening of “Alligator Alcatraz” in the Everglades
James Uthmeier’s so-called “Alligator Alcatraz” isn’t a serious plan, it’s a reckless, rushed project that puts lives and resources at risk. Detaining immigrants at a remote airfield in the Everglades, with no clear legal framework or due process, is about fear, not safety.
Today, a Miami federal judge found Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier in contempt of court for violating a restraining order that blocked enforcement of a new state law targeting undocumented immigrants.
MIAMI, FL.- Today, workers’ rights attorney and former State Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez officially launched his campaign for Florida Attorney General, committing to fight corruption and special interests, and protect everyday Floridians from fraud and high prices. A lifelong champion for working families, Rodriguez has spent his career standing up to powerful interests and holding bad actors accountable.
