A small South Florida island city is given a big task: Protecting Trump on Inauguration Day
MIAMI - Part of the police force of a small island city connecting mainland Miami with Miami Beach has been invited to assist with security at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
The North Bay Village Police Department announced that 10 officers will join law enforcement agencies from across the country to help secure the swearing-in ceremony in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 20.
The officers will depart from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport on Saturday, Jan. 18 and return on Tuesday, Jan. 21.
"We are honored to be invited by the Metropolitan Police Department's Homeland Security Bureau to assist in this historic national event," said Police Chief Carlos Noriega. "This is a unique opportunity for our department to provide support alongside other agencies nationwide for such a significant occasion."
This marks the largest representation of North Bay Village police officers at a presidential inauguration, a first for the department.
Where is North Bay Village?
North Bay Village is located in Miami-Dade County. It is situated on three islands in Biscayne Bay: North Bay Island, Harbor Island, and Treasure Island, all connected by the John F. Kennedy Causeway. The city is known for its waterfront views and residential areas.
As of the most recent census estimates, North Bay Village has a population of approximately 8,000 residents.
Security for Trump's second inauguration
According to CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga, this is expected to be the biggest event in decades for the Secret Service, who is collaborating with several law enforcement agencies from around the country.
Security preparations for Inauguration Day include:
- 25,000 law enforcement and military personnel will be on the ground.
- 7,800 National Guard members prepared to respond in case.
- 4,000 officers coming from outside Washington, D.C.
- The U.S. Coast Guard has 300 personnel on standby and 25 marine vessels.
- 30 miles of anti-scale fencing around the White House, the Capitol and federal buildings.
- Dozens of drones.