Apple News In Conversation How one state became a blueprint for Trump’s immigration crackdown
Aug 7, 2025
Jasmine Garsd, Senior Immigration Correspondent for NPR, sheds light on Florida's role as a testing ground for Trump's immigration policies. She discusses the surge in ICE raids and the overflow in detention facilities, highlighting the emotional toll on families. Garsd shares a heartbreaking story of racial profiling during a day at the park, exposing the struggles of affected communities. She also delves into the inhumane conditions at the new detention facility, Alligator Alcatraz, and the fear gripping immigrant families amid stringent enforcement.
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Florida as Immigration Policy Testbed
- Florida is acting as a testing ground for Trump's immigration policies before they're implemented nationally.
- Governor Ron DeSantis deputized state patrols to enforce federal immigration law, signaling a tough stance on immigration enforcement.
Most Detainees Lack Criminal Records
- Despite rhetoric targeting criminals, about 72% of detainees lack criminal records.
- Immigrants statistically commit crimes at lower rates than U.S. citizens, contradicting the administration's focus.
Pastor's Deportation Devastates Family
- Evangelical pastor Morelio Ambrosio, with a stay of removal and no criminal record, was deported after 13 years.
- His deportation devastated his family emotionally and financially, forcing his children into early workforce.