In a controversial move, several Florida universities, including the University of Florida, University of South Florida, and Florida Atlantic University, have entered agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to empower campus police for immigration enforcement. Advocates for immigrant rights have expressed deep concerns, stating that these partnerships have created an atmosphere of fear within the communities. Cities like Orlando and Palm Bay have also signed agreements with ICE, prompting criticism that these actions were made without proper community engagement. Immigration advocates are calling for transparency and urging local officials to reconsider their collaborations with federal immigration authorities.