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Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Wednesday that more than 150 illegal immigrant sex offenders were arrested in Florida as part of a broader effort to crack down on crime with help from state and local officials.

"We're making America more safe and secure every day, and that's a wonderful mission to have," Noem said on "Fox & Friends."

Operation Criminal Return targeted child sex offenders accused of crimes including sexual assault, battery and attempted homicide, she revealed, telling Fox News’ Lawrence Jones that the operation’s success was largely due to help from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

"These 150 individuals will be gone off of our streets. Our kids will be safer, and this partnership with Governor

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