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DeSantis calls out Florida legislature for ‘defacto sanctuary state’ bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) slammed the single bill the Florida legislature took up out of session, claiming it sets up Florida to become a “defacto sanctuary state.” DeSantis called the Florida legislature to meet in a special session to begin supporting President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
Florida Gov. DeSantis Vows To Veto “Weak” Immigration Bill, Clashes With Republican Legislature
A political showdown is brewing in Florida as Governor Ron DeSantis finds himself at odds with the Republican-controlled legislature over a controversial bill aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration.
DeSantis continues to criticize immigration bill by Florida Legislature, hopes stronger bill will be passed
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday continued to blast an immigration bill passed by the Florida Legislature and expressed frustration over politicians' inaction and the need for strong border policies.
DeSantis signals veto of immigration bill passed by Florida GOP lawmakers: 'Fails to meet the moment'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Wednesday he plans to veto a so-called watered-down immigration bill passed by state Republican lawmakers.
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 showdown between DeSantis’ office and the Republican leaders, who have sparred over whose proposals would best carry out President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.
Florida Gov. DeSantis to lawmakers on their immigration bill: 'Veto pen is ready'
"The veto pen is ready," he posted on X Wednesday, after having telegraphed earlier this week that the bill was doomed.
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 lawmakers approve immigration bill in rebuke to DeSantis, setting up potential veto fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has strongly criticized the bill as "weak," is likely to veto it and could call lawmakers back for another special session.
3 explanations for Gov. DeSantis' beef with the Florida Legislature
The relationship between Gov. Ron DeSantis and Republican leaders of the Florida Legislature has devolved into open hostility. In social media posts and public pronouncements this week, DeSantis has accused legislators of sabotaging his plans for strong immigration enforcement.
Gov Ron DeSantis vows to veto Florida immigration bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses his thoughts on Florida's immigration bill at hand and his own set of proposals on 'One Nation.'
DeSantis, Florida GOP tensions spill out into open
Tensions are spilling out into the open between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) and members of his own party in the Sunshine ...
New Florida House Speaker defends bucking DeSantis over immigration legislation
Although I can’t message it to the masses the way [DeSantis] can, I feel very comfortable with the position of the ...
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 ...
DeSantis announces agreement between ICE, Florida state troopers
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced an agreement between the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Florida Highway ...
Big cuts to Social Security and Medicare will damage Florida’s economy | Letters
If Trump and his followers manage to significantly cut or kill Social Security and Medicare, they will destroy Florida’s economy. A huge number of Floridians are retired seniors who depend on Social ...
Why the Florida Legislature can’t back down | Steve Bousquet
Columnist Steve Bousquet, analyzing the toxicity in Tallahassee over immigration, says the Legislature itself created the ...
Port Canaveral officials weigh DeSantis vs. Florida GOP headbutting amid legislative priority talks
Port Canaveral officials took note of the division forming between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state Legislature as they went over their government-related pursuits for the coming year.
Push to move NASA HQ to Florida still abuzz among space community
NASA headquarters currently employs nearly 2,500 people among its total workforce of nearly 18,000 civil employees.