In a move that has stirred national debate, the Pentagon has announced the deployment of 200 Marines to Florida to assist Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The deployment is part of a broader strategy to support ICE in regions facing heightened immigration challenges, including Texas and Louisiana, with Florida now added to the list.
The Marines’ involvement will be strictly limited to non-combat roles. According to defense officials, they will provide logistical and administrative support within ICE detention facilities. This includes tasks such as processing paperwork, managing supplies, and assisting in internal operations—not direct immigration enforcement or field duties.
