

Florida: The front line of Trump's immigration crackdown
17 snips Jul 19, 2025
NPR correspondent Jasmine Garsd, known for her coverage of immigration issues, shares her insights on Florida's rigorous immigration enforcement under Trump. She highlights the heartbreaking stories of children separated from parents and the harrowing conditions in Florida's new detention center, nicknamed 'alligator Alcatraz.' Garsd emphasizes the emotional toll on immigrant communities, particularly on women and children facing fear and uncertainty, as they navigate an increasingly hostile landscape.
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Florida as Immigration Policy Lab
- Florida serves as a testing ground for the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies.
- Actions in Florida predict what may happen nationwide as the crackdown expands.
Pastor's Detention Tore Family Apart
- Pastor Maurilio Ambrosio was detained despite a clean record and regular check-ins with immigration officials.
- His deportation left American citizen children to become heads of household.
Majority Detainees Lack Criminal Records
- About 72% of the 60,000 migrants in detention have no criminal convictions.
- Numbers contradict the administration’s claim they're targeting only criminals.