The union representing the majority of troopers warns the agency needs millions more dollars to carry out its work.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed an agreement that could authorize Florida Highway Patrol officers to perform duties typically handled by federal immigration officials.

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Friday that he directed Florida Highway Patrol troopers to help enforce U.S. immigration law.

Florida Highway Patrol troopers ... salaries are the third-lowest out of 49 state highway patrol or state police agencies, making recruitment and retention a “significant challenge.” ...