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Florida sheriff encourages illegal aliens to self-deport ahead of Trump inauguration: 'Southbound and down'

The article from MSN discusses a Florida sheriff's controversial stance on immigration enforcement. Sheriff Wayne Ivey of Brevard County has publicly encouraged undocumented immigrants to "self-deport" in anticipation of Donald Trump's potential re-inauguration, suggesting that they should leave the U.S. voluntarily to avoid future enforcement actions. Ivey's comments were made in a video where he humorously suggested that undocumented immigrants should head "southbound and down," referencing the song by Jerry Reed. This statement has sparked debate over the implications of such rhetoric on community relations and the legal rights of immigrants. Critics argue that this approach could foster fear and mistrust within immigrant communities, potentially leading to self-deportation out of fear rather than legal necessity. The article also touches on the broader political context, noting that Trump's campaign promises include aggressive immigration enforcement, which might embolden local law enforcement to take such stances.

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