U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted a week-long operation in Southwest Florida with the Florida Highway Patrol, local sheriffs, and the National Guard, resulting in 500 arrests. ICE said the operation targeted fugitives and repeat immigration violators, including some accused of murder, child abuse, and cartel affiliations. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis praised the collaboration and suggested the enforcement model could be replicated in other states. ICE stated the sweep complements ongoing work-site inspections targeting employers who violate immigration laws.