DeSantis softens tone in immigration clash with GOP lawmakers
The Florida Legislature rejected DeSantis’ proposal and instead passed a bill giving Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson oversight of $500 million in immigration enforcement funds. DeSantis criticized the bill as "weak" and vowed to veto it.
Where Ron DeSantis and Florida Republicans Clash on Immigration
Florida lawmakers defied DeSantis and approved their own version of sweeping immigration reforms amid a GOP power struggle.
Governor Ron DeSantis says he will veto immigration bill
Governor Ron DeSantis said ‘yes’ Wednesday morning, when he was asked if he would veto the immigration bill Florida lawmakers passed Tuesday night.
Florida immigration enforcement bill mentioned ‘deport’ zero times: Ron DeSantis
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) chided state lawmakers over a bill it passed with the intent to combat illegal immigration, spotlighting several issues with the “grotesque” bill that he had with the legislature and its purpose.
Ron DeSantis Reacts to Republican Rebellion in Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis criticized members of his own party for refusing to hold a special session to help implement President Donald Trump 's immigration policies. In a post and video shared on social media, DeSantis accused Florida Republicans of putting forward a "substantially weaker" legislative proposal.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs major immigration enforcement MOU
At a press conference in Destin, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a significant new partnership with federal agencies aimed at strengthening immigration enforcement across Florida. FULL STORY:
DeSantis Vows to Veto Florida Legislature's Immigration Bill As Clash With Local GOP Leaders Escalates
Despite its seemingly hardline stance, DeSantis dismissed the bill as insufficient, accusing legislators of moving to the left on immigration
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis rolls out $115 billion budget plan to support immigration enforcement
As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Legislature continue their feud over immigration, the governor proposed a $115.6 billion ...
Ron DeSantis continues campaign against renewed marijuana measure
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) still does not support a ballot measure to legalize marijuana in the measure’s second time on the ...
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Ron DeSantis Proposes “Gun Sales Tax Holiday” as Part of Next FL State Budget
The “holiday” would take place during a time of year when mass shootings and gun violence are at their highest.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis proposes $115.6 billion budget amid immigration bill conflicts
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is rolling out his next budget proposal, aiming to reduce spending next year amidst ongoing ...
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Ron DeSantis promotes ‘focus on fiscal responsibility’ for proposed Florida budget
With a proposed Florida budget of $115.6 billion, which would leave $14.6 billion in reserves, Gov. Ron DeSantis said fiscal ...
After rebuke from legislative leaders, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pledges to veto immigration bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has promised to veto a sweeping immigration bill. It’s the latest escalation in a statehouse ...
'Don't have time for weakness': Gov. Ron DeSantis promises to veto legislature's 'TRUMP Act'
Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Central Florida Wednesday lashing out at the newly passed "TRUMP Act," a sweeping bill addressing ...
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Ron DeSantis predicts Florida Supreme Court will block marijuana amendment from ballot
Of note, the makeup of the Florida Supreme Court has not changed since justices in April approved an “Adult Use of Marijuana” ...
No pay raise for rank-and-file state workers in DeSantis proposed budget for 2025-26
Governor Ron DeSantis's proposed $115.6 billion budget signals a shift for state workers, eliminates 741 jobs, no ...