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Immigration and national security authorities in Florida arrested an undocumented immigrant from Cuba with possible gang connections, a pending deportation order, and a conviction for possession of stolen mail.
In a joint operation, officials from the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Miami, the Orlando Suboffice, and the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) office in Tampa apprehended an undocumented Cuban last week, as reported on the social media platform X by the Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) in Miami.
The Cuban, whose identity was not revealed, had previously been arrested by the Orange County Sheriff's Office for grand theft with a value exceeding $10,000.
During immigration control operations conducted on January 27 and 28 in Palm Beach County, in southern Florida, ICE agents, U.S. Border Patrol (USBP), and other federal agencies arrested 32 illegal immigrants with criminal records, including a 24-year-old Cuban.
The citizen of Cuban nationality, who has not been identified by the authorities, has criminal convictions for fraud, theft, failure to appear in court, and violation of probation. He is in custody awaiting deportation.
The new immigration policies implemented by President Donald Trump's administration upon his return to power on January 20 aim to curb illegal immigration, protect the country's borders, and safeguard its citizens.
In the last 15 days, federal and state agencies and law enforcement have coordinated efforts to carry out immigration operations across the country, aiming to increase the number of arrests of illegal foreigners who have committed crimes and to carry out mass deportations to their countries of origin.
The ICE has detained over 8,700 immigrants since Trump's return to the White House, according to figures published on X.
The United States is conducting deportation flights and partnering with countries in the region to curb the increasing illegal migration to its territory.
The immigration strategy of the 47th president of the United States also includes the deportation of immigrants to the Naval Base in Guantanamo, Cuba.
Tom Homan, appointed by Trump to lead immigration policies and border security, announced that in 30 days the transfer of migrants to the military base located at the eastern end of the island will begin.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Detention of Illegal Immigrants in Florida
Why was the Cuban immigrant arrested in Florida?
The Cuban immigrant was arrested due to his illegal status in the country and for possible ties to gangs, as well as having a pending deportation order and a prior conviction for possession of stolen mail.
What measures is the Trump administration taking against illegal immigration?
The Trump administration has implemented stricter immigration policies that include operations to detain illegal immigrants with criminal records and mass deportations. It also plans to use the Guantanamo Bay Naval Base in Cuba as a temporary detention center.
How many immigrants have been detained recently in the United States?
Since Trump's return to the presidency, ICE has apprehended over 8,200 illegal immigrants in various operations conducted throughout the country, focusing especially on those with criminal records.
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