Trump's 'Tidal Wave' crackdown nets 1,000 arrests nationwide
Deportations under Donald Trump are ongoing. As part of Operation "Tidal Wave," federal agents have arrested nearly 1,000 illegal immigrants in the United States. In Florida, about 800 people were detained, and in Colorado, 114 were apprehended.
What you need to know
- Operation "Tidal Wave": In Florida, an operation codenamed "Tidal Wave" led to the detention of approximately 800 illegal immigrants. This initiative was carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.
- Arrests in Colorado: In Colorado Springs, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) detained 114 immigrants at an illegal nightclub. The operation also resulted in the confiscation of drugs and weapons.
- State and federal cooperation: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis praised the cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security, highlighting the importance of joint efforts in enforcing immigration law.
Over the first four days of Operation "Tidal Wave" in Florida, nearly 800 individuals were detained, which ICE described as a "very successful" action. These operations were the result of cooperation between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and local law enforcement. According to ICE, it is an example of an unprecedented partnership between state and federal authorities.
Mass immigrant hunt in Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis praised the cooperation with the Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing the significance of these actions for enforcing immigration laws.
"Florida is leading the nation in active cooperation with the Trump administration for immigration enforcement and deportation operations!" DeSantis declared.
In Colorado, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) arrested 114 immigrants at an illegal nightclub. During the raid, drugs and weapons were also confiscated. Among those detained were soldiers working as security guards.
"What was happening inside was significant drug trafficking, prostitution, crimes of violence," informed DEA special agent Jonathan Pullen. The detained immigrants are likely to be deported.
Trump consistently fulfills his campaign promise to combat illegal immigration in the United States. However, his administration's actions in immigration law enforcement are met with criticism from immigrant rights advocates.
