Ron DeSantis
The latest on Ron DeSantis. A Republican, DeSantis is the current governor of Florida. Elected in 2018, DeSantis is the 46th governor of Florida. Before that, DeSantis served in the United States House of Representatives for Florida's 6th congressional district from 2013 to 2018. In 2016 he was a candidate in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate, but backed out after sitting U.S. Senator Marco Rubio decided to run for reelection.
DeSantis' Order Will Give Parents Right to Ignore School Mask Mandates
"Floridians have been, are, and will remain free to choose what's best for themselves and their families," DeSantis said.
Unvaccinated Cruise Guests Must Stay Aboard Ship in San Juan
"Based on our port agreement with San Juan, unvaccinated guests will have to remain on board during our visits there," Carnival Cruises announced to guests.
Florida Reports Over 8,900 Hospitalized COVID Patients
"What's extraordinary is the speed at which we are currently seeing new cases. The slope is pretty steep, and we haven't seen the end of it," said Dr. Vincent Hsu.
Ron DeSantis Says 'It's Not Healthy' for Students to Wear Masks
"It's not healthy for these students to be sitting there all day, 6-year-old kids in kindergarten covered in masks," Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said.
Brandi Love Wants Ron DeSantis To Run in 2024 if Donald Trump Doesn't
"Even I can admit that Donald Trump has an obnoxious arrogance about him that rubs some people the wrong way," the adult film actress told Newsweek.
Ron DeSantis, Praised for COVID Response, Faces Surge in Hospitalizations
The Republican governor didn't impose a statewide mask mandate in Florida and recently lifted local restrictions.
Former GOP Governor Calls Out Republicans Over COVID Response
"It's a bit like being on the Titanic and offering a life vest and having them refuse to take them," Whitman said. "It's mind-boggling."
Ron DeSantis Sued Over Florida's Early End to Federal Unemployment Benefits
The lawsuit alleges that the withdrawal of federal benefits was for "purely partisan and political purposes."
Charlie Crist Slams Ron DeSantis for Visiting Texas Border Amid COVID Surge
Crist, a Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, accused DeSantis, a Republican, of neglecting Florida and treating the state like a "stepping stone" for a potential presidential bid.
DeSantis Accused of Taking 'Bribe' by Conservatives After Promoting Vaccine
Negative reactions to the Florida GOP governor's vaccine push among vaccine-resistant individuals and new polling data suggests that it could be too late to change the minds of those who refuse to get the shot.
Michael Flynn Criticizes Ron DeSantis, Sean Hannity for COVID Vaccine Push
The former national security advisor accused the prominent Republicans of "trying to be politically correct."
FL and TX Threaten Sanctions Against Ben & Jerry's Over Israel Boycott
Texas' comptroller encouraged people to buy Texas-made Blue Bell ice cream rather than "overpriced, stuck-up stuff made by a foreign-owned company started in Vermont."
DeSantis Rejects Mask Mandates for Kids: 'We're Not Doing That in Florida'
"We want kids to be able to be kids," DeSantis said. "We need them to be able to breathe. It's terribly uncomfortable for them to do it."
Gov. DeSantis Says Vaccines 'Saving Lives' While Selling Anti-Fauci Merch
More conservatives are endorsing vaccines as Republicans and white conservatives are the demographics most opposed to getting vaccinated.
DeSantis Says Making the Vaccinated Wear Masks Sends 'Worst Message'
"I get a little bit frustrated by jurisdictions that are saying even if you're healthy and vaccinated you must wear a mask," DeSantis said Wednesday.
Ron DeSantis Goes All-in on Cuba Fight Ahead of 2024 Decision
"[Cuban refugees] have a hundred-times stronger case for political persecution leaving a communist dictatorship than the other migrants who are coming across the border," Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told Fox News.
DeSantis Fights Cruise Restrictions, Says He'll Take CDC to Supreme Court
In April, the state of Florida sued the CDC, saying that Congress had never granted it the authority to regulate health and safety standards on cruise ships.
PTA Official Resigns After Saying 'Let Them Die' About Parents Over CRT
Michelle Leete was seen in a widely shared video recorded Thursday in which she told "STOP CRT" counter-protesters that any parent in the district who opposes critical race theory is "anti-diversity" and "anti-children."
Ron DeSantis Doubles Down on Fauci Criticism After Merchandise Backlash
The Florida governor was criticized online this week after it emerged that he sold merchandise mocking Fauci and coronavirus restrictions on his website.
To Truly Fight Communism, We Must End the Embargo on Cuba
Increasing economic and cultural exchange with the United States is the clearest path to reform, and is something Washington can clearly make a reality.
Ron DeSantis' Anti-Fauci Florida Merchandise Prompts Outrage
The Republican governor is selling items emblazoned with slogans like "Don't Fauci My Florida" on his official website.
DeSantis Proposes Giving Wi-Fi to Cuba After Government Shuts Down Internet
Ron DeSantis spoke about the proposed project during a roundtable discussion he held with other Florida-based Republican lawmakers.
Nine Tons of Dead Fish Removed From Florida Waters in Elsa Aftermath
Officials say more fish have been collected in the past 24 hours than in the last week.
FL Teachers May Miss Bonuses After Warning They Violate COVID Funding Rules
Florida's plan to use COVID-19 relief funding to provide $1,000 bonuses to nearly 180,000 educators could be at risk, after the Biden administration warned the proposal falls outside of the scope of how the money is supposed to be used.
Biden, DeSantis Praised for Putting Unity Over Politics After Condo Tragedy
Miami-Dade County Commissioner René Garcia called Biden and DeSantis "strong leaders."
Trump Says Ron DeSantis Has 'Duty' to Be at Surfside, Not Sarasota Rally
The death toll from the partial collapse of a residential building in Surfside, Florida has now reached 24.
DeSantis Vetoes Civic Education Bill After 'National Review' Op-Ed
"The [veto] letter left me deeply confused of whether the governor's team actually understood what this bill really did," Senator Jeff Brandes said in response.
Surfside Rescue Efforts Paused After New Building Stability Concerns Arise
The death toll stands at 18, while another 145 people remain unaccounted for.
Teen sues DeSantis Over Transgender Girl Sports Ban Day Before Law Enforced
A 13-year-old transgender girl sued Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over a law that will prevent transgender girls from competing in girls sports at public schools.
Caitlyn Jenner Backs DeSantis as 'Real Leader,' Targets Newsom's Lockdowns
Jenner has branded herself as the anti-Newsom in her bid for California governor and called the state's restrictions "draconian."
