The Collier County Republican Executive Committee is putting pressure on local state lawmakers to support Governor DeSantis’ immigration proposal amidst a gridlock in Tallahassee. The committee believes that DeSantis’ version is stronger than the one advanced by the state legislature, which seeks to shift immigration enforcement power to the agriculture commissioner. The committee issued a resolution calling on the lawmakers to align with the governor and warned of political consequences if they fail to do so. State representative Yvette Benarroch responded, expressing commitment to supporting President Trump’s stance on securing the border. Lawmakers have until the end of March to reach a compromise. The committee’s chairman, John Meo, emphasized the importance of listening to the voice of the people and urged elected officials to work together with DeSantis to address the issue of illegal immigration effectively. If lawmakers do not respond appropriately, they risk facing formal censure by the citizens of Collier County. The ongoing debate reflects a larger struggle between DeSantis and the state legislature over who can best enforce President Trump’s immigration agenda. The upcoming special session in Tallahassee will be crucial in determining the outcome of this contentious issue.
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