U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported that during the week of April 21-26, ICE agents working with Florida law enforcement departments arrested 1,120 “criminal illegal aliens” in the largest joint immigration operation in the state’s history.

ICE reported that the majority, 63%, “had existing criminal arrests or convictions.”

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis posted that the immigration sweep throughout his state was called “Operation Tidal Wave.” He said the results show what can be done with local, state, and federal law enforcement coordination.

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