DeSantis’ signature tips US into majority 'constitutional carry' nation with new Florida gun rights law
The U.S. now has a majority of states with constitutional carry laws on the books after Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Monday that eliminates the requirement for an individual to obtain a permit to carry a concealed firearm.
The U.S. now has a majority of states with constitutional carry laws on the books after Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Monday that eliminates the requirement for an individual to obtain a permit to carry a concealed firearm.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Trump indictment: 'Florida will not assist in an extradition request'
Following news that former president Donald Trump had been indicted by a New York grand jury, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state would not assist with an extradition request, should Trump not surrender to authorities in New York.
Following news that former president Donald Trump had been indicted by a New York grand jury, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state would not assist with an extradition request, should Trump not surrender to authorities in New York.
Disney signed surprise agreement that limits new board's power, officials say
The newly-appointed board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District – formerly known as the Reedy Creek Independent District – and governs Walt Disney World and its properties, said Wednesday that that previous board signed an unexpected decades-long agreement with Disney, effectively stripping the new board of its power.
The newly-appointed board for the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District – formerly known as the Reedy Creek Independent District – and governs Walt Disney World and its properties, said Wednesday that that previous board signed an unexpected decades-long agreement with Disney, effectively stripping the new board of its power.
Gov. Ron DeSantis to visit Israel to speak at Jerusalem museum
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will travel to Jerusalem next month and speak at a museum event as Israel faces a spiraling domestic crisis, giving the potential 2024 presidential candidate a stage to tout his foreign policy credentials.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will travel to Jerusalem next month and speak at a museum event as Israel faces a spiraling domestic crisis, giving the potential 2024 presidential candidate a stage to tout his foreign policy credentials.
DeSantis offers $3,000 bonus to Florida teachers who complete civics training
At a news conference Thursday, he explained his push for more civics education, and new insight on why the state is moving to expand restrictions on what teachers can say about sexual orientation and gender identity at every grade level.
At a news conference Thursday, he explained his push for more civics education, and new insight on why the state is moving to expand restrictions on what teachers can say about sexual orientation and gender identity at every grade level.
Sarasota school board member walks out during meeting over anti-gay comments
Sarasota School Board Member Tom Edwards, a political target of the governor, filed to run for reelection the morning after walking out of a meeting during public comment.
Sarasota School Board Member Tom Edwards, a political target of the governor, filed to run for reelection the morning after walking out of a meeting during public comment.
Expanded Florida law would ban lessons on sexual orientation, gender identity in all grades
The rule change would ban lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4 to 12. The proposal would not require legislative approval and is scheduled for a vote by the state Board of Education next month.
The rule change would ban lessons on sexual orientation and gender identity from grades 4 to 12. The proposal would not require legislative approval and is scheduled for a vote by the state Board of Education next month.
Gov. Ron DeSantis to get 5th Supreme Court pick as Justice Ricky Polston retires
Gov. DeSantis will have appointed five of the court’s seven justices when he replaces Justice Ricky Polston, who plans to retire at the end of March.
Gov. DeSantis will have appointed five of the court’s seven justices when he replaces Justice Ricky Polston, who plans to retire at the end of March.
DeSantis visits Winter Haven, says Florida COVID policies benefitted state's economy
The governor made comments against public health regulations on the three-year anniversary of the first confirmed cases of COVID in Florida.
The governor made comments against public health regulations on the three-year anniversary of the first confirmed cases of COVID in Florida.
Gov. DeSantis says conflict between Russia and Ukraine is not vital U.S. interest
Governor DeSantis hasn't declared a run for Presidency yet but Monday night he took a bold foreign policy stance aimed at the War in Ukraine.
Governor DeSantis hasn't declared a run for Presidency yet but Monday night he took a bold foreign policy stance aimed at the War in Ukraine.
Gov. DeSantis approves investment of over $ 46.6 million to further the Florida Wildlife Corridor
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the investment of over $46.6 million to conserve five properties across the state.
On Monday, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the investment of over $46.6 million to conserve five properties across the state.
Governor’s roundtable continues push for higher education changes despite oppositions
Governor Ron DeSantis continues rallying support for some major changes to Florida's higher education system. He held a roundtable discussion with fellow conservatives on Monday, criticizing programs like Critical Race Theory and Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Governor Ron DeSantis continues rallying support for some major changes to Florida's higher education system. He held a roundtable discussion with fellow conservatives on Monday, criticizing programs like Critical Race Theory and Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Will Ron DeSantis make 2024 presidential announcement?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Iowa on Friday to introduce himself to an expectant audience of Republicans, making a long-awaited visit ahead of a likely 2024 presidential bid.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will be in Iowa on Friday to introduce himself to an expectant audience of Republicans, making a long-awaited visit ahead of a likely 2024 presidential bid.
Gov. Ron DeSantis: Florida banning books is a ‘nasty’ hoax
From inside the State Attorney’s Office building in Tampa, the governor of Florida took aim at some media outlets and individuals, saying they are falsely explaining the state education department’s stand on some books in schools.
From inside the State Attorney’s Office building in Tampa, the governor of Florida took aim at some media outlets and individuals, saying they are falsely explaining the state education department’s stand on some books in schools.
Top 10 issues to watch as 2023 Florida legislative session begins
On Tuesday, Florida lawmakers will start the annual 60-day legislative session. Here are 10 big issues to watch:
On Tuesday, Florida lawmakers will start the annual 60-day legislative session. Here are 10 big issues to watch:
DeSantis takes over Disney district: ‘The corporate kingdom finally comes to an end’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday signed a bill that gives him control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district.
School board members not distracted by DeSantis' so-called target list
A pair of Hillsborough County school board members refused to be distracted Friday after their names both showed up on Gov. Ron DeSantis' "target list" of school board members he wants to be replaced by candidates who support his education agenda.
A pair of Hillsborough County school board members refused to be distracted Friday after their names both showed up on Gov. Ron DeSantis' "target list" of school board members he wants to be replaced by candidates who support his education agenda.
Gov. Ron DeSantis says migrant flights lawsuit 'moot' with new Florida law
Arguing that the case is "moot" because of a bill passed during a special legislative session, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed after the state flew about 50 migrants from Texas to Massachusetts in September.
Arguing that the case is "moot" because of a bill passed during a special legislative session, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has asked a judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed after the state flew about 50 migrants from Texas to Massachusetts in September.
Gov. DeSantis kicks off pro-police tour around country as White House rumors swirl
Florida's governor is scheduled to start a pro-police tour, starting in New York City.
Florida's governor is scheduled to start a pro-police tour, starting in New York City.
Gov. Ron DeSantis signs migrant relocation, election fraud bills
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed bills to expand his migrant relocation program and enhance the prosecutorial power of his election police unit.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed bills to expand his migrant relocation program and enhance the prosecutorial power of his election police unit.