Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins on Immigration and Education

Leadership and Presence

• ⚡ Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins emphasizes his leadership style as being boots on the ground, present, and available to the community.
• 🗣️ He believes leaders should be out in the community, talking with people, and using their time effectively.

Education and School Choice

• 💡 Collins supports competition in education, stating that a rising tide floats all boats and that the focus should be on finding the right fit for each child.
• 💰 He acknowledges the investment from figures like Ken Griffin in education and believes school choice provides opportunities for children who might not otherwise have them.
• ⚠️ While grateful for private investment, he assures that the state of Florida, under Governor DeSantis, is diligent and will hold entities accountable.

Immigration Enforcement in Florida

• 🎯 Collins asserts that Florida will not tolerate lawlessness and is sending a clear message regarding immigration.
• 🚗 He defends immigration sweeps, like the one in Brevard County, stating they are based on traffic violations, not racial profiling, and that law enforcement is acting appropriately.
• 🤝 Florida is engaged in a state-federal partnership to address immigration, with the goal of keeping communities safe and working together.
• 🌎 Collins views illegal immigration as an American issue that affects every state, not just a partisan one, noting that Florida has seen a significant influx of people.