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Ron DeSantis, Joni Ernst potential Trump defense secretary nominees if Hegseth drops out: Sources

Wednesday, December 4 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- A growing number of senators have privately signaled that they are not inclined to vote to confirm Pete Hegseth as President-elect Donald Trump's next defense secretary, leading Trump's advisers to begin discussing who may be a viable replacement, sources familiar with the... Read More.

Top Florida law enforcement official sues DeSantis, alleging he was fired for blowing the whistle

Friday, June 21 by ABC News

(TALLAHASSEE, Fla.) -- A former top law enforcement official in Florida is accusing Gov. Ron DeSantis and his top aides of forcing him to retire after he refused to carry out orders he says were illegal or inappropriate, according to a lawsuit filed overnight.Shane... Read More.

DeSantis declares state of emergency as more than 25 inches of rain slam South Florida

Thursday, June 13 by ABC News

(FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.) -- Over 2 feet of torrential rain is inundating South Florida, flooding neighborhoods, canceling flights, shutting down roads and forcing residents to evacuate their homes.Rain totals have reached 25 inches in Collier County, 20 inches in North Miami and 19 inches... Read More.

Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency in South Florida as heavy rain leads to major flooding

Wednesday, June 12 by ABC News

(FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.) -- Parts of southern Florida continued to get inundated with heavy rainfall Wednesday, with Gov. Ron DeSantis declaring a state of emergency tonight for several counties, including Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade and Sarasota.The National Weather Service in Miami said Wednesday evening... Read More.

Trump and DeSantis meet to bury the hatchet after 2024 primary fight: Sources

Monday, April 29 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump in Miami on Sunday morning, multiple sources tell ABC News, marking the latest development in the pair's rocky relationship following a contentious GOP primary in which Trump won out over DeSantis.DeSantis... Read More.

DeSantis scales back book ban law amid spike in Florida book objections

Thursday, April 18 by ABC News

(TALLAHASSEE, Fla.) -- As Florida schools face a growing number of book ban attempts, Gov. Ron DeSantis is scaling back policies that made it easier for people to challenge materials in schools.In 2022, DeSantis signed HB 1467, which required elementary schools to provide a... Read More.

DeSantis rules out being Trump’s VP, blames ex-aides with ‘ax to grind’ for attacks

Thursday, February 22 by ABC News

(TALLAHASSEE, Fla.) -- Florida GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis this week quashed speculation about being Donald Trump's vice president, blamed bitter ex-staffers for attacks he's weathered from Trump's allies, and criticized conservative media's coverage of the the former president.DeSantis made the remarks in a 30-minute... Read More.

Federal judge dismisses Disney lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis

Wednesday, January 31 by ABC News

(ORLANDO, Fla.) -- A federal judge in Florida has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Disney against Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials over the state legislature's decision to alter the governing structure of the Reedy Creek Improvement District.Disney had argued in the lawsuit, filed... Read More.

Judge dismisses Disney lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis

Wednesday, January 31 by ABC News

(ORLANDO, Fla.) -- A Florida judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Disney against Gov. Ron DeSantis over the state legislature's decision to alter the governing structure of the Reedy Creek Improvement District.Disney had argued the change to the district, for which the company was... Read More.

DeSantis exits 2024 race right after aide says he won’t; Trump responds after Haley questions mental fitness

Sunday, January 21 by ABC News

(MANCHESTER, N.H.) -- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis ended his presidential campaign on Sunday amid dour poll numbers in New Hampshire and South Carolina, marking a major shift in the primary field and the downfall of a politician once seen as former President Donald Trump's chief... Read More.

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