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Florida Operation Tidal Wave Arrests Nearly 800 Migrants in Landmark Immigration Crackdown

The first large-scale use of 287(g) partnerships between ICE and local law enforcement is being hailed by DHS as a model for nationwide immigration enforcement expansion.

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Overview

  • Operation Tidal Wave, conducted from April 21–24, resulted in the arrest of nearly 800 migrants in Florida, including 275 with final removal orders.
  • The operation targeted individuals with serious criminal records, including a convicted Colombian murderer, alleged MS-13 and 18th Street gang members, and a Russian national with an Interpol Red Notice.
  • This initiative marks the first large-scale implementation of ICE's 287(g) authority, deputizing local law enforcement to assist in immigration enforcement.
  • DHS officials, including Tricia McLaughlin, described the operation as a 'preview' of similar nationwide crackdowns planned under the Trump administration's immigration agenda.
  • Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and DHS leadership praised the operation as a successful collaboration between state and federal law enforcement to enhance public safety.