NOW: ICE Swings HARD – 800 Arrests Made!

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In a significant immigration enforcement initiative, nearly 800 arrests of illegal immigrants have been recorded in Florida.

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This operation, a joint venture by ICE and local authorities, marks an unprecedented step in curbing illegal immigration in the Sunshine State.

Over a span of four days, ICE, alongside state law enforcement, apprehended nearly 800 immigrants across Florida.

This massive sweep targeted those with final deportation orders, seeing over 275 of such individuals taken into custody.

The arrests underscore the Trump administration’s intensified efforts to meet its deportation goals, which have so far not been achieved.

The operation in Florida was the first under a 287(g) agreement between ICE and local law enforcement, enhancing cooperation to fast-track deportations.

Governor Ron DeSantis praised this as a success, demonstrating effective collaboration between federal, state, and local agencies.

The operation also highlighted the administration’s strategy to engage local authorities in immigration enforcement, thereby speeding up the deportation process.

Homeland Security Secretary Krisiti Noem emphasized the focus on criminal illegal aliens. She assured the public, “This is a warning to all criminal illegal aliens: We’re coming for you, @DHSgov, @ICEgov, and our state partners will hunt you down, arrest and deport you. That’s a promise.”

Notably, the operation included arrests of high-risk individuals, such as MS-13 gang members, a convicted Colombian murderer, and individuals with Interpol Red Notices.

The scope of these arrests solidified Trump’s mass deportation promises and sent a clear message nationwide.

However, some critical voices highlighted concerns about potential family separations and impacts on individuals with legal status and no criminal records.

Florida demonstrated an unwavering commitment to cooperation among all 67 county sheriffs with ICE.

This statewide alignment foretells continued rigorous immigration enforcement. In a similar vein, Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons accentuated the operation’s significance as a collaborative effort: “I think the main reason why this operation is significant is because it’s the first of its kind…”

Yet, not everyone remains convinced this approach serves the community’s best interests.

Critics argue that it detracts from Florida’s historical reputation as a welcoming state for immigrants, fearing it may break up families and disrupt communities.

Meanwhile, Florida stands as ground zero for the federal crackdown, sending ripples across the nation.

Governor DeSantis boldly stated, “Florida will ensure its laws are followed, and when it comes to immigration − the days of inaction are over. Govern yourselves accordingly.”