Immigration

The sweeping measure comes a day after legislative leaders spiked Gov. Ron DeSantis’ special session centered on immigration, instead calling their own to get this bill passed.

The action comes as the Legislature weighed measures to give local law enforcement more authority to enforce federal immigration laws and place enforcement under the Department of Agriculture.

The new agency would be run by the state Agriculture Commissioner, if the measure becomes law.

Legislative leaders quickly gaveled out a special session called by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Then they voted to override some of the governor's budget vetoes from last year and set their own immigration agenda.

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Several bills were filed one day before the Florida Legislature was scheduled to meet, mainly focused on immigration.

Around three dozen other countries offer automatic citizenship to children born within their borders, regardless of their parents’ immigration status.

The Legislature will meet in special session at 10:30 a.m. Monday. However it remains unclear whether Gov. Ron DeSantis will get all of the immigration and ballot reform changes he seeks.

Lawyers and advocacy organizations report an uptick in consultations from people fearful about the administration's orders and are reminding them of their rights, regardless of immigration status.

The Coast Guard's acting commandant said in a news release that all operational commanders have been ordered to “immediately surge assets" in what he calls key areas. That include boats, helicopters, planes and specialized teams.

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