Immigration Enforcement in the Lower Keys

SOURCE www.nbcmiami.com
Six workers in the Lower Keys were detained by immigration agents and are now sitting in jail despite having valid work permits and pending asylum cases, causing confusion and concern among their co-workers and employer.

Key Points

  • Detention of workers with valid work permits and pending asylum cases
  • Impact on employer losing a significant portion of his workforce
  • Confusion and concern among co-workers and community
  • Possible misalignment between immigration policies and enforcement actions