Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Orders Deployment of Troops to Prepare for Potential Influx of Haitian Migrants
Miami, March 13 (EFE) – In response to the possibility of an increase in illegal immigration from Haiti, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has authorized the deployment of 250 troops from various state security agencies. The deployment includes members of the March and air resources, who will be sent to the south coast and the keys of the state to bolster security.
Governor DeSantis emphasized the importance of preventing illegal aliens from entering Florida. He stated that the state has already been dedicating significant resources to combatting illegal boats arriving from countries like Haiti. Among the troops being dispatched are 48 Florida National Guard agents, as well as four helicopters and 133 members of the Florida State Guard.
Meanwhile, the United Nations has called on the Dominican Republic and other countries to respect the human rights of Haitians seeking to improve their lives elsewhere and to avoid forced deportations. Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava has also reached out to US President Joe Biden for multi-agency coordination to address the political crisis in Haiti, citing the profound implications it has for the large Haitian community in Florida.
The resignation of Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has added to the uncertainty in the country. Henry has been governing on an interim basis since the assassination of President Jovenel Moïïse in July 2021. The recent increase in gang-dominated violence in Haiti has further complicated the situation, with pressure mounting for Henry to step down. Despite initially committing to holding elections by August 2025, under a 2022 agreement, Henry was supposed to have relinquished power by February 7th.
The United States Government is urging for the swift appointment of a new Haitian prime minister to address the ongoing crisis in the country. As tensions continue to rise, the situation in Haiti remains volatile, prompting neighboring countries like the Dominican Republic and states like Florida to brace for potential impacts.