DeSantis Won't be Taking his Family to Disney

DeSantis Won't be Taking his Family to Disney

Javier Manjarres
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March 28, 2024
FORT LAUDERDALE—After Disney officially dropped its lawsuits against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, lawsuits filed in hopes of regaining and solidifying their property rights in special district Reedy Creek, we asked the governor if he was going to be taking his family to Disney World now that the feuding has ended. Gov. DeSantis’ response was nothing more than […]
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Florida Signs First in the Nation Anti-Squatter Bill Into Law

Florida Signs First in the Nation Anti-Squatter Bill Into Law

Liv Caputo
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March 27, 2024
ORLANDO, FL—Following jarring stories of squatters residing in and destroying homeowners' properties, Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation Wednesday afternoon removing squatters' rights from Florida statute. "You are not going to be able to commandeer somebody's private property and expect to get away with it," DeSantis said at the Orlando press conference. "We are in the […]
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Mickey Mouse, Disney Bend the Knee to DeSantis After Two-Year-Long Battle

Mickey Mouse, Disney Bend the Knee to DeSantis After Two-Year-Long Battle

Liv Caputo
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March 27, 2024
ORLANDO, FL—In the newest development of one of the strangest—and surprisingly long-running— Florida feuds, Disney has officially dropped its lawsuits against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Walt Disney Co. filed suits in hopes of regaining and solidifying their property rights in special district Reedy Creek. They searched for increased power to the theme park after DeSantis […]
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Trump Rallies Against Lauren Lee

Trump Rallies Against Lauren Lee

Daniel Molina
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March 26, 2024
President Trump has now taken to social media to rally against Florida Rep. Laurel Lee (R), calling on conservatives to primary her.
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Mexico's President Won't go After Cartels, Cites 'Mexico First' Agenda

Mexico's President Won't go After Cartels, Cites 'Mexico First' Agenda

Daniel Molina
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March 25, 2024
AMLO argued that Mexico will not fight the cartels on US orders, highlighting his “Mexico First” policy.
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Republican Leaders Anticipate Legal Challenges From Newly-Signed Social Media Ban

Republican Leaders Anticipate Legal Challenges From Newly-Signed Social Media Ban

Liv Caputo
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March 25, 2024
JACKSONVILLE, FL—Monday morning Governor Ron DeSantis ceremoniously signed the social media ban for most kids under 16, a controversial topic that plagued the Legislature and may now face legal challenges. After DeSantis vetoed a previous form of the bill that called for a blanket ban on kids under 16 using social media platforms—regardless of parental wishes—the […]
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Watered-Down Child Labor Bill Signed into Law, But...Why Was it Softened?

Watered-Down Child Labor Bill Signed into Law, But...Why Was it Softened?

Liv Caputo
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March 23, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis signed a Republican-led, watered-down bill loosening child labor laws on Friday afternoon, leading to questions of why the Legislature's conservative supermajority would be willing to remove the bill's teeth. "If you look at what was originally filed, and then compare it to what eventually passed, I think that's a really interesting story […]
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DeSantis Awards Millions to Saving Florida's Reefs

DeSantis Awards Millions to Saving Florida's Reefs

Liv Caputo
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March 23, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Governor Ron DeSantis has awarded $9.5 million toward restoring the struggling third largest barrier reef system in the world—Florida's own coral reefs. Through Florida's Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative, DeSantis has granted $9.5 million to safeguard Florida's Coral Reef, which is the third-largest barrier reef system behind Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the […]
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DeSantis Touts Florida's 40-Month, Lower-Than-the-Nation Unemployment Rate

DeSantis Touts Florida's 40-Month, Lower-Than-the-Nation Unemployment Rate

Liv Caputo
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March 22, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—The Sunshine State announced an economic milestone Friday morning, highlighting that Florida's unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 40 consecutive months, though staffing shortages still remain. “Florida continues to outperform the nation,” Governor Ron DeSantis said.“We have proven that bold, conservative leadership across the board produces booming economic results—more jobs, […]
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Nikki Fried to DeSantis: Don't 'Take Credit' For Low Unemployment, Focus on Costs

Nikki Fried to DeSantis: Don't 'Take Credit' For Low Unemployment, Focus on Costs

Liv Caputo
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March 22, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Chairwoman of the Democratic Party Nikki Fried torched Governor Ron DeSantis' praise of Florida's low unemployment rate, urging the Governor to not "take credit" for the achievement and to refocus on lowering inflation-spiked costs. "Instead of trying to take credit for our country’s low unemployment, the Governor should focus on finding long-term solutions to […]
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DeSantis Nominates Budget Director Chris Spencer as New State Board of Administration Director

DeSantis Nominates Budget Director Chris Spencer as New State Board of Administration Director

Liv Caputo
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March 22, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—Friday morning Governor Ron DeSantis nominated his long-time aide and Budget Director to become the next Executive Director of the State Board of Administration, which oversees Florida's struggling pension plans. Chris Spencer, the Director of Policy and Budget for the Governor, will go before the State Board of Administration's (SBA) trustees—Attorney General Ashley Moody, […]
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DeSantis Touts Florida's Low Unemployment Rate

DeSantis Touts Florida's Low Unemployment Rate

Daniel Molina
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March 22, 2024
Governor DeSantis shared that Florida continues to highlight its low unemployment rate.
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Florida Supreme Court Sides With Seminole Tribe in Sports Betting Case

Florida Supreme Court Sides With Seminole Tribe in Sports Betting Case

Liv Caputo
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March 22, 2024
TALLAHASSEE, FL—The Florida Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Seminole Gaming Compact Thursday morning, allowing the Seminole Tribe to continue online sports betting. “This is a major victory for the people of the State of Florida, who can count on billions of dollars over the coming years to fund important state needs,” Seminole Tribe […]
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DeSantis Signs Massive Healthcare Package Addressing Statewide Staffing Shortages

DeSantis Signs Massive Healthcare Package Addressing Statewide Staffing Shortages

Liv Caputo
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March 21, 2024
BONITA SPRINGS, FL—Thursday afternoon Governor Ron DeSantis signed a series of healthcare-oriented bills as part of Florida's "Live Healthy" package, designed to broaden healthcare access and increase Florida's dwindling medical workforce. Live Healthy, an initiative comprised of two Republican-led bills, was spearheaded by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo through and out of the Legislature. "We are […]
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DeSantis Signs New Bill to Clean up Florida's Homelessness Problem

DeSantis Signs New Bill to Clean up Florida's Homelessness Problem

Jim McCool
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March 21, 2024
This week, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) signed HB 1365, a bill aimed to address homelessness and to clean up Florida's streets. This legislation will mandate that homeless individuals receive the mental health and drug addiction services they need while residing in a designated location off our public streets, prioritizing public safety. "Florida will not allow homeless […]
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'We're Actually Trying to Win': Trump Team Swipes at DeSantis

'We're Actually Trying to Win': Trump Team Swipes at DeSantis

Liv Caputo
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March 20, 2024
MIAMI BEACH, FL—After Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters he didn't anticipate campaigning for former President Donald Trump leading up to the 2024 election, the Trump team has fired back, swiping at the Governor's failed presidential bid. "Ron really shouldn't flatter himself by assuming we'd want him on the campaign trail," Trump's campaign spokesman, Steven […]
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Fried Reports Positive Election Night for Democrats, Power Vehemently Disagrees

Fried Reports Positive Election Night for Democrats, Power Vehemently Disagrees

Jackson Bakich
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March 20, 2024
Florida Democratic Party (FDP) Chair Nikki Fried held a press conference following yesterday’s election results throughout the state of Florida. Fried reported that it was a big win for Democrats in the Sunshine State and a bad night for former President Donald Trump (R) and Republicans alike. “So, what we saw last night: Donald Trump […]
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DeSantis: Florida Dems Are 'The Best Opposition Party We Could Ask For'

DeSantis: Florida Dems Are 'The Best Opposition Party We Could Ask For'

Liv Caputo
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March 20, 2024
MIAMI BEACH, FL—At a Wednesday morning press conference, Florida Governor DeSantis responded to Republicans overtaking local elections, telling reporters Democrats nixed their Primary because they feared Biden would be embarrassed. On Tuesday, Republicans went to the polls to vote in the Presidential Primary, despite Donald Trump already having won the party's nomination. Democrats, however, opted […]
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