Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed a series of agreements aimed at expanding the authority of local and state law enforcement in the state. These measures represent a hardening of immigration-related policies in Florida.
According to DeSantis, these agreements will allow law enforcement to work more effectively to enforce existing immigration laws. This expansion of authority is expected to provide police forces with more tools to act in cases related to illegal immigration.
Amidst the controversy and debate over immigration, DeSantis stated: "Florida will not be a sanctuary for illegal immigrants." With these new measures, the aim is to strengthen the enforcement of immigration laws and ensure the safety of the state's residents.
For their part, various immigrant rights advocacy groups have expressed their concerns regarding this decision, arguing that it may lead to abuses by authorities and create a climate of fear among the immigrant community. However, DeSantis has reiterated that these measures seek to strengthen the rule of law and protect the citizens of Florida.
It is important to highlight that these actions in Florida are part of other measures taken by various states in the United States regarding immigration, highlighting a trend of hardening immigration policies at the national level.
