Author: Jesse Mendoza, Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Amid heightened enforcement, undocumented migrants are traveling to Florida airports and seaports, rather than attempt the dangerous journey by sea.

“The elephant in the room that should be noted at the outset. Gender identity is real.” – U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle

Federal authorities reported a staggering 83,065 encounters with undocumented immigrants in Florida during the first 6 months of this fiscal year.