DeSantis Takes Bold Action to Secure Border and Challenge Birthright Citizenship
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled his immigration plan, which includes declaring a national state of emergency, reinstating the "Remain in Mexico" policy for asylum seekers, terminating the "catch-and-release" policy, and completing the construction of a border wall. DeSantis also aims to target Mexican drug cartels with sanctions and penalties, and authorize the use of deadly force against cartels smuggling drugs across the border. He plans to use every available dollar to build the wall and end birthright citizenship. DeSantis would penalize organizations or cities that defy his federal immigration rules and aid illegal border crossings. He has been critical of President Biden's immigration policies and has implemented stricter immigration measures in Florida.