Overview

• Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the interception of a boat carrying 25 Haitian migrants, firearms, and drugs near the Sebastian Inlet, emphasizing state efforts to deter illegal immigration.
• The intercepted boat, part of a human smuggling operation, contained five unaccompanied children and was operated by a U.S. citizen.
• DeSantis criticized the Biden administration for inadequate border security and emphasized Florida's proactive measures to fill the gaps left by federal agencies.
• Florida Republicans, including DeSantis, have heightened rhetoric on the safety risks posed by undocumented immigrants amid growing concerns over Haitian migrants.
• DeSantis signed legislation to crack down on illegal immigration, including enhancing penalties for migrants driving without a license or previously deported.