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 Says He Will Veto Immigration Bill in Clash With Lawmakers
The veto pledge capped a dramatic few days in which Republican legislators publicly criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis and portrayed themselves as truer allies of President Trump.
DeSantis goes on the road to slam GOP’s’ immigrant bill as ‘weak,’ promises veto
A day after the Florida Republican-controlled Legislature rebuked Ron DeSantis by passing an immigration bill called the TRUMP Act that ignored some of the governor’s priorities, the governor took to the road to blast the measure once again on Wednesday,
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.
Republican Lawmakers in Florida Rebel Against DeSantis in Rare Power Move
In a special session on Monday, leaders seemed to be declaring their independence from a governor who has wielded so much power that legislative sessions have become largely predictable rubber stamps.
DeSantis, state Republican lawmakers at odds over immigration law
Palm Beach County Rep. Mike Caruso was the only state House Republican to side with Ron DeSantis and vote against the immigration legislation proposed during the special session.
DeSantis plans to veto Florida immigration bill passed by GOP Legislature
The veto decision represents further decay of the quickly deteriorating relationship between the governor and Legislature.
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.
In rare move, Florida Republicans defy DeSantis on immigration
Republicans in Tallahassee rejected a DeSantis proposal, instead coming up with their own immigration plan to match President Donald Trump’s orders.
As Trump looms over Florida politics, DeSantis’ power in Tallahassee wanes
The governor wasn’t able to convince lawmakers to back all his ideas on illegal immigration. But Trump’s grip got tighter than ever.
Florida Republican Party members put House speaker Perez on defense
The chairperson of the Republican Party of Hillsborough County expressed concerns about the “optics” of Republican ...
Polk Republican leader supports DeSantis, expresses disappointment with legislative leaders
John Velebir, chair of Polk County's Republican Party, said he is "very" concerned about the rift between Gov. DeSantis and ...
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DeSantis vs. GOP lawmakers: A political science expert breaks down the feud
Gov. Ron DeSantis was flying high with a presidential hopes. But this week's special session has revealed fissures between ...
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Joel Rudman said he felt unwelcome in a House ‘itching for a fight’ with Ron DeSantis
Former state Rep. Joel Rudman said he knew a run for Congress was a long-shot. But he also felt within hours of being sworn ...
What to watch for as DeSantis, GOP leaders clash over immigration
The Florida Legislature still must send the bill to him before he acts. Here’s what to watch for in the coming days.
'Toothless' and 'weak': Vitriol between DeSantis, GOP leaders makes this session special
Emotions are clearly raw. And with the two-month legislative session set to begin March 4, hard feelings are likely to endure ...
DeSantis, fellow Republicans in standoff over Trump agenda: ‘Mommy and daddy are fighting’
It’s a staggering turn of events for a governor used to getting his own way — and a test of his national staying power as he ...
GOP-led Legislature refuses DeSantis bid to hinder citizen-led ballot measures
A plan by Gov. Ron DeSantis to blunt citizen-backed ballot proposals was among issues shelved by the Legislature’s Republican ...