DeSantis vows to protect faith, family at National Religious Broadcasters event: 'Put on full armor of God'

Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed to continue taking on woke agendas, make pro-family decisions, and support Americans’ right to practice their faith during a speech at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) International Christian Media Convention in Orlando, Florida.

Could NAACP travel advisory to Florida impact state tourism?

The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) issued a pointed travel advisory over the weekend, referring to recent policies and laws signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as an “all-out attack on Black Americans."

NAACP issues travel advisory to FL visitors
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The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) issued a pointed travel advisory over the weekend, referring to recent policies and laws signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis as an ?all-out attack on Black Americans.? DeSantis' Office said it was "nothing more than a stunt."

NAACP issues travel advisory for those traveling to Florida in light of DeSantis' 'restrictive' policies

On the day Florida Governor Ron DeSantis returned to his home state after traveling to New Hampshire, the NAACP issued a travel advisory for those choosing to travel to the Sunshine state — citing laws that the organization said restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion. 

Parents of transgender kids seek to block DeSantis ban on gender-affirming care for minors

The parents of three transgender children in Florida are trying to get a federal judge to block a new law that bans gender-affirming care for minors, a signature policy of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis as he nears his presidential campaign.

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin fuels presidential buzz with new ad

There’s now more political speculation over the possible White House ambitions of Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin. 

DeSantis rejects 'pronoun olympics' in signing bill that expands sexual orientation, gender identity law

Saying Florida will "let the kids be kids," Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a bill that expands a controversial 2022 law restricting instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.

Florida sending National Guard troops, officers to Texas border

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday said Florida “stands ready" and will send Florida National Guard troops and law-enforcement officers to Texas to help with border control as he nears an expected announcement of a White House bid.

DeSantis criticizes Trump for implying Florida abortion ban is ‘too harsh’

Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized Donald Trump on Tuesday for implying Florida’s new six-week abortion ban is “too harsh,” stepping up his attacks on the former president as he prepares to challenge him for the 2024 Republican nomination.

Disney accuses DeSantis of 'weaponizing' government in motion to dismiss board's lawsuit

Disney on Tuesday asked a state judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by a governing board appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis to oversee Disney World, claiming the company has been the victim of the “weaponizing” powers of government aimed at punishing it for opposing the state's Parental Rights in Education Bill, dubbed by critics as “Don't Say Gay.”

Parent group: Japanese sci-fi book series too violent, inappropriate for high school libraries

A Japanese book series is being described as too violent and inappropriate for high school libraries in Osceola County, and a parents group is pushing to have the series removed.

Florida law targets college diversity programs
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Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that bars public universities from using state or federal money toward programs that advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) or promote political or social activism.

Gov. DeSantis signs 3 education bills that include targeting diversity programs at Florida universities

From New College of Florida – where its Board of Trustees was revamped earlier this year – Gov. Ron DeSantis signed several education reform bills that include prohibiting colleges and universities from spending money on diversity programs.

U.S. prosecutors to dismiss charges against Andrew Gillum following mistrial

Federal prosecutors asked a judge Monday to dismiss the remaining corruption charges against Andrew Gillum, the Democratic nominee for Florida governor in 2018, after a jury deadlocked on all but one count following a trial earlier this month.

Consulate of Mexico in Orlando holds information session over anti-illegal immigration bill

It was standing room only inside the lobby of the Consulate of Mexico in Orlando Thursday night as concerned community members learned more about the anti-illegal immigration bill Gov. Ron DeSantis signed and how it impacts them.

Tyre Sampson Act, Disney monorail inspection among bills signed into law by Gov. DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday signed 37 bills, including a measure that will improve the safety of amusement rides, regulate inspection of Walt Disney World’s monorail system, and prevent the release of past and future travel records of DeSantis and other state leaders.

Gov. DeSantis signs controversial immigration measure

With a federal change expected to lead to a surge in migrants crossing the country’s southern border, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a controversial bill that targets illegal immigration.