State-Level Interventions

In a significant move, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the commitment of additional National Guard troops to the Texas-Mexico border, aiming to enhance security measures and address the flow of migrants. The decision comes as part of an effort to "fortify the southern border" and prevent the migration of individuals into Florida. DeSantis cites the need for immediate action due to the escalating challenges faced by his state, which currently leads the nation in backlogged immigration court cases.

He says the goal is to "fortify the southern border" as a way to stop the trickle down of. . .