Marines from North Carolina are heading to Florida as part of a 700-personnel deployment requested by DHS to support ICE operations, performing non-law enforcement duties.

According to the statement, the Marines represent the first phase of U.S. Northern Command's backing of ICE's enforcement operations.

Democratic lawmakers in Florida attempted to get into the new ICE detention facility, known as "Alligator Alcatraz," but were denied entry. They were told it was due to safety concerns. CBS Miami's Morgan Rynor reports.

After a rainy Fourth of July with lingering light showers, South Florida is expected to see improving weather through the weekend, though scattered storms remain possible during the day.

Weak area of low pressure formed about 100 miles east of Jacksonville, Florida, accompanied by showers, thunderstorms for July Fourth holiday weekend.