Ron DeSantis

Abortion advocates are dismayed after the passage of Florida's six-week ban from its first legislative committee. The Republican majority push it closer to the governor with a 13-5 vote.Abortion advocates are dismayed after the passage of Florida'...

With the support of Governor Ron DeSantis, state medical boards passed the rules banning puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgeries for minors.With the support of Governor Ron DeSantis, state medical boards passed the rules banning puberty blockers,...

Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis' State of the State speech is likely to be more about making a case to lead the country rather than an assessment of Florida's future.Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis' State of the State speech is likely to be more abo...

Gov. Ron DeSantis is poised to position himself on Tuesday as a champion of conservative causes during a State of the State address. Gov. Ron DeSantis is poised to position himself on Tuesday as a champion of conservative causes during a State of the Stat...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' office has asked for records from a state attorney regarding a suspect in the fatal shootings last week of a TV reporter, a 9-year-old girl and a woman.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' office has asked for records from a state...

Governor Ron DeSantis' office sent a letter to the Orange-Osceola County state attorney's office asking for information on the criminal history of the alleged shooter or a 9-year-old and reporter.Governor Ron DeSantis' office sent a letter to ...

Trustees picked by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis to oversee New College of Florida voted Tuesday to abolish its small office that handles diversity, equity and inclusion programs. Trustees picked by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis to oversee New College of Fl...

Gov. Ron DeSantis is conducting lots of out-of-state travel in key primary states and this lawmaking session is jam-packed with his priorities. But is he running for president?Gov. Ron DeSantis is conducting lots of out-of-state travel in key primary stat...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that takes control of a local government that Disney has essentially controlled since the 1960s.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that takes control of a local government that Disney has essentia...

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that strips Disney of its self-governing status. DeSantis signed HB 9B during a press conference in Lake Buena Vista. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that strips Disney of its self-governing status. DeSa...

Unless delayed, Dillbeck's execution will be Florida's first in nearly four years and the third under Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.Unless delayed, Dillbeck's execution will be Florida's first in nearly four years and the third under Republ...

The controversy over Governor Ron DeSantis' decision to ban an AP African American history course continues to stir up passionate conversations across the Tampa Bay area.The controversy over Governor Ron DeSantis' decision to ban an AP African Ame...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon take control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district after Senate Republicans approved a bill Friday.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon take control of Walt Disney World's self-governing district after S...

Essential baby and toddler items, children's books, school supplies, pet food, gas stoves and more would all be tax-free under a sweeping new proposal announced by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.Essential baby and toddler items, children's books, schoo...

Gov. Ron DeSantis would take control over the board of a special governing district Walt Disney World operates in Florida under a bill introduced Monday.Gov. Ron DeSantis would take control over the board of a special governing district Walt Disney World ...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis may be months away from publicly declaring his presidential intentions, but his potential rivals aren't holding back.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis may be months away from publicly declaring his presidential intentions, but his po...

The group of Democrats, led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, cited Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' recent announcement blocking an Advanced Placement course The group of Democrats, led by Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, cited Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis...

Republicans encouraged by Gov. Ron DeSantis have introduced legislation making it easier to send convicts to death row by eliminating a unanimous jury requirement.Republicans encouraged by Gov. Ron DeSantis have introduced legislation making it easier to ...

A revised curriculum for a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies downplays some components that drew criticism from conservatives including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.A revised curriculum for a new Advanced Placement course on African A...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced plans to block state colleges from having programs on diversity, equity and inclusion, and critical race theory.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced plans to block state colleges from having programs on diversity...

Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed Monday morning a K-12 education package for the upcoming legislative session that includes another boost to educator pay and a Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed Monday morning a K-12 education package for the upcoming legislative sessi...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reiterated Monday the state's rejection of a proposed nationwide advanced African American studies course, saying it pushes a political agenda.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis reiterated Monday the state's rejection of a propose...

U.S. Judge Robert Hinkle ruled against former Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren in his lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis after the governor fired Warren in 2022.U.S. Judge Robert Hinkle ruled against former Hillsborough County State Att...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies from being taught in high schools.Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African Am...

Gov. Ron DeSantis was in the Florida Panhandle on Tuesday where he outlined a plan to permanently ban mandates on the COVID-19 vaccine and masks.Gov. Ron DeSantis was in the Florida Panhandle on Tuesday where he outlined a plan to permanently ban mandates...

As thousands of Cuban migrants flocked to his own state's shores in recent weeks, Governor Ron DeSantis has adopted a more cautious approach to how he deals with migrants.As thousands of Cuban migrants flocked to his own state's shores in recent w...