Overview
- In a 10-day initiative that began Oct. 25, ICE and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement reported more than 230 arrests across the state.
- DHS and ICE said over 150 of those arrested were sex offenders, many described as child predators with prior convictions.
- At a Miramar news conference, officials said many detainees had final removal orders and announced that deportations and removals are underway.
- Authorities detailed a breakdown including 54 sexual predators and 164 offenders of sexual crimes, along with arrests tied to two prior murder convictions, a drug trafficking conviction, and eight other serious felonies.
- Leaders highlighted cooperation under federal–state agreements, promoted Florida as a template for future operations, and urged those with final orders to self-deport with reported travel assistance available.