Gov. DeSantis calls for legal reforms to be focal point in upcoming legislative session
According to Governor Ron DeSantis in Jacksonville this week, Florida allows for a "cottage industry of litigation." During a news conference he called for legal reforms to be a focal point during the upcoming legislative session.
According to Governor Ron DeSantis in Jacksonville this week, Florida allows for a "cottage industry of litigation." During a news conference he called for legal reforms to be a focal point during the upcoming legislative session.
Andrew Warren plans to appeal federal court decision in his lawsuit against Florida governor
The legal battle between Governor Ron DeSantis and Andrew Warren continues as the suspended Hillsborough state attorney announced he plans to file an appeal in his federal lawsuit against the governor in a renewed bid to get his job back.
The legal battle between Governor Ron DeSantis and Andrew Warren continues as the suspended Hillsborough state attorney announced he plans to file an appeal in his federal lawsuit against the governor in a renewed bid to get his job back.
Rev. Al Sharpton to lead protest in Tallahassee after DeSantis blocks AP African American studies course
Days after Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida will "look to re-evaluate" its relationship with the College Board, a group of protesters led by Reverend Al Sharpton will be protesting the state's move to block the AP African American studies course – which is still in the pilot stage.
Days after Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida will "look to re-evaluate" its relationship with the College Board, a group of protesters led by Reverend Al Sharpton will be protesting the state's move to block the AP African American studies course – which is still in the pilot stage.
College Board ‘sets record straight’ about revisions to AP African American studies course
The College Board is coming out swinging against the DeSantis Administration and the Department of Education over the future of its AP African American studies course.
The College Board is coming out swinging against the DeSantis Administration and the Department of Education over the future of its AP African American studies course.
Florida lawmakers approve changes that would shift control of Reedy Creek District to Gov. DeSantis
Florida lawmakers Friday gave final approval to changes that would shift control of the Reedy Creek Improvement District from the Walt Disney Co. to Governor Ron DeSantis.
Florida lawmakers Friday gave final approval to changes that would shift control of the Reedy Creek Improvement District from the Walt Disney Co. to Governor Ron DeSantis.
DeSantis vows to have Disney pay its fair share of taxes: ‘There’s a new sheriff in town’
Governor Ron DeSantis pledged a new day is dawning at Disney.
Governor Ron DeSantis pledged a new day is dawning at Disney.
DeSantis proposes permanent tax breaks on diapers, pet medications, gas stoves in new Florida budget
As part of a record $114.8 billion budget proposal released Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking wide-ranging tax breaks for Floridians, including permanently eliminating sales taxes on diapers, pet medications, and gas stoves. “They want your gas stove, and we're not going to let that happen,” the governor said.
As part of a record $114.8 billion budget proposal released Wednesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis is seeking wide-ranging tax breaks for Floridians, including permanently eliminating sales taxes on diapers, pet medications, and gas stoves. “They want your gas stove, and we're not going to let that happen,” the governor said.
AP African American Studies course: Read the College Board's new course framework and topics
The College Board released its new framework on Wednesday for its AP African American Studies course, which came under scrutiny after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration blocked parts of the coursework claiming it violated state law and was historically inaccurate.
The College Board released its new framework on Wednesday for its AP African American Studies course, which came under scrutiny after Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration blocked parts of the coursework claiming it violated state law and was historically inaccurate.
Former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran named interim president for New College of Florida
A revamped New College of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday quickly shook up leadership at the small liberal-arts school, removing President Patricia Okker and replacing her on an interim basis with former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran.
A revamped New College of Florida Board of Trustees on Tuesday quickly shook up leadership at the small liberal-arts school, removing President Patricia Okker and replacing her on an interim basis with former state Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran.
DeSantis-appointed trustees, higher education reform bill will overhaul New College of Florida
One new trustee says Gov. DeSantis wants what he calls "institutional recapture," which would move the New College of Florida away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs and teaching of critical race theory.
One new trustee says Gov. DeSantis wants what he calls "institutional recapture," which would move the New College of Florida away from diversity, equity and inclusion programs and teaching of critical race theory.
Gov. DeSantis announces plan aimed at reducing traffic congestion on some of Florida's busiest roads
Governor Ron DeSantis just announced a plan to reduce traffic congestion on some of the state’s busiest roads, including I-4.
Governor Ron DeSantis just announced a plan to reduce traffic congestion on some of the state’s busiest roads, including I-4.
Florida lawmakers propose 'constitutional carry' bill to allow concealed weapons without licenses
Calling the proposal an effort to "remove the government permission slip," Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on Monday announced legislation that would allow people to carry concealed weapons without licenses.
Calling the proposal an effort to "remove the government permission slip," Florida House Speaker Paul Renner on Monday announced legislation that would allow people to carry concealed weapons without licenses.
Gov. DeSantis backs death penalty for child rapists in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis says he believes the "only appropriate punishment" for those convicted of raping children is the death penalty, adding that the state of Florida is exploring ways to have capital punishment for child rapists.
Gov. Ron DeSantis says he believes the "only appropriate punishment" for those convicted of raping children is the death penalty, adding that the state of Florida is exploring ways to have capital punishment for child rapists.
Andrew Warren does not regret signing pledge that cost him his job: 'I have done my job exceptionally well'
Twice-elected Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren was suspended from his office by Governor Ron DeSantis because, DeSantis said, Warren neglected his duties by picking and choosing which laws to enforce.
Twice-elected Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren was suspended from his office by Governor Ron DeSantis because, DeSantis said, Warren neglected his duties by picking and choosing which laws to enforce.
Florida's rejection of AP Black history course stirs debate
Gov. Ron DeSantis says his administration is rejecting an AP African American studies course because he says it pushes a political agenda: "We want education, not indoctrination." But one of the authors mentioned by the state is accusing the governor of doing the same thing: “Is Ron DeSantis claiming that Florida students are unable to formulate their own opinions?”
Gov. Ron DeSantis says his administration is rejecting an AP African American studies course because he says it pushes a political agenda: "We want education, not indoctrination." But one of the authors mentioned by the state is accusing the governor of doing the same thing: “Is Ron DeSantis claiming that Florida students are unable to formulate their own opinions?”
Environmentalist wants to see state funding used to restore water quality in Bay Area waterways
Governor Ron DeSantis announced this week that $20 million will be allocated for water quality improvements along the Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s Atlantic Coast helping to collect stormwater runoff and treat it, to reduce the number of pollutants that enter the waterways.
Governor Ron DeSantis announced this week that $20 million will be allocated for water quality improvements along the Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s Atlantic Coast helping to collect stormwater runoff and treat it, to reduce the number of pollutants that enter the waterways.
Warren vs. DeSantis: Ousted Florida state attorney cannot legally be reinstated by U.S. court, judge rules
A federal judge has dismissed Andrew Warren's lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, months after he was suspended as Hillsborough State Attorney. The judge said this is a Florida matter and is unable to reinstate Warren under his jurisdiction.
A federal judge has dismissed Andrew Warren's lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis, months after he was suspended as Hillsborough State Attorney. The judge said this is a Florida matter and is unable to reinstate Warren under his jurisdiction.
DeSantis administration blocks new African American studies class in Florida public high schools
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies from being taught in high schools, saying it violates state law and is historically inaccurate. Education officials did not specify what content the state found objectionable, but said, “As presented, the content of this course is inexplicably contrary to Florida law and significantly lacks educational value.”
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies from being taught in high schools, saying it violates state law and is historically inaccurate. Education officials did not specify what content the state found objectionable, but said, “As presented, the content of this course is inexplicably contrary to Florida law and significantly lacks educational value.”
Federal judge hands DeSantis admin win over 'Stop WOKE Act'
A federal judge ruled that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration did not violate a court order regarding the state’s "Stop WOKE Act," which prohibits colleges from promoting critical race theory lessons and targets other "woke" concepts prevalent on higher education campuses.
A federal judge ruled that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration did not violate a court order regarding the state’s "Stop WOKE Act," which prohibits colleges from promoting critical race theory lessons and targets other "woke" concepts prevalent on higher education campuses.
Gov. DeSantis tested on immigration as he weighs 2024 presidential run
Gov. Ron DeSantis sent dozens of immigrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard last year in a high-profile effort to highlight illegal immigration on the eve of the midterm elections. But as thousands of Cuban migrants have flocked to Florida's shores in recent weeks, he has adopted a more cautious approach — blaming the Biden administration while offering empathy to the Cubans, a community that typically favors Republicans in elections.
Gov. Ron DeSantis sent dozens of immigrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard last year in a high-profile effort to highlight illegal immigration on the eve of the midterm elections. But as thousands of Cuban migrants have flocked to Florida's shores in recent weeks, he has adopted a more cautious approach — blaming the Biden administration while offering empathy to the Cubans, a community that typically favors Republicans in elections.