Florida Republicans Urge Biden for Navy Aid in Haitian Migrant Interdictions

Amid Haiti's turmoil, Florida ramps up coastal security and intercepts migrant boat carrying weapons and drugs.

Florida Republicans have requested President Biden to authorize the Navy for maritime interdictions of Haitian migrants amid political chaos in Haiti.
Governor Ron DeSantis has escalated Florida's coastal security in anticipation of a potential surge in Haitian migrants, deploying additional law enforcement and National Guard members.
A recent operation by Florida authorities intercepted a boat carrying Haitian migrants along with firearms and drugs, highlighting the security concerns.
Despite the escalating situation in Haiti and Florida's preparations, U.S. officials maintain that Caribbean migration remains low but are planning for potential increases.
The call for federal action is driven by concerns over a potential mass migration crisis, with lawmakers citing a 2002 executive order to justify the use of Department of Defense vessels for interdictions.