Florida AG Uthmeier Urges Reporting Ex-Partners for Illegal Immigration

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has sparked a firestorm with a rather unconventional approach to immigration enforcement. In a recent post on X, Uthmeier openly invited Floridians to report their ex-partners who are in the U.S. illegally, promising his office’s assistance in deportation efforts. "If your ex is in this country illegally, please feel free to reach out to our office. We’d be happy to assist," he wrote, citing a case where an abusive ex was reported for overstaying a tourism visa and is now facing deportation.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security jumped on board, retweeting Uthmeier’s message and sharing the ICE tip line number with a biting remark: "From domestic abuser to deported loser." It’s a stark reminder of the hardline stance on immigration that’s gaining traction in Florida under Governor Ron DeSantis, who appointed Uthmeier to his role earlier this year after moving former AG Ashley Moody to the U.S. Senate.

Uthmeier didn’t stop there. He doubled down on social media, praising Florida’s commitment to supporting federal immigration policies under the Trump administration and applauding the Florida Highway Patrol for arresting six Guatemalan nationals during a single traffic stop in Martin County. His message is clear: Florida is not a sanctuary for those who violate immigration laws.

This move raises deeper questions about the intersection of personal vendettas and public policy. While the intent may be to prioritize safety and legality, turning heartbreak into a deportation hotline feels like a slippery slope. How far does personal grievance get to shape enforcement priorities? For now, Florida’s top legal officer seems determined to push boundaries—and buttons—in the name of law and order.