Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a law that gives him control over Walt Disney Co., in response to the company's criticism of his "Don't Say Gay" law. The law cancels the dissolution of a special taxing district for Disney's 25,000 acres south of Orlando, allowing DeSantis to replace the existing board with one of his own choosing. The law is expected to have a major impact on Central Florida, with Disney being a major employer and economic driver in the area.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has shifted his stance on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, raising questions about the United States' involvement in the issue. This shift has been met with criticism from former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, who believes the US must take a stand against Putin's aggression in order to prevent further conflict in the region. DeSantis' position on the issue could have a major impact on his potential presidential candidacy.
Mike Pence, former Vice President and potential 2024 presidential candidate, spoke out on the one-year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, calling for the US and its allies to provide military support until victory is achieved. His comments come as some in the Republican Party have expressed support for Putin, making it clear that there is no room for apologists in the party's leadership. Pence emphasized the need for the US to stand with its allies and continue to push back against Russia's aggression.
President Joe Biden spoke in Poland on Tuesday, praising the democracies of the world for coming to Ukraine's defense against Russia's year-long invasion. This has sparked a divide among Republican 2024 presidential hopefuls over the US role in Ukraine, with some believing the Biden administration has done too much and others believing the US has not done enough. Biden alluded to his potential re-election bid in his speech, and the debate over the US role in Ukraine is likely to continue as the 2024 presidential race heats up.
Key takeaways: The 2024 presidential primary season is underway, with the question of whether President Biden and former President Trump have the support of their…
The College Board has announced the introduction of an AP African American Studies course to its curriculum, but has faced criticism from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for what he calls a "watered-down" version of U.S. history. The College Board has responded to the criticism with a letter claiming that the changes to the course were already in the works, raising questions about the organization's commitment to providing an in-depth education on race in U.S. history.
The College Board has accused the Florida Department of Education of "slander" in response to their critiques of the new AP African American Studies course. The course covers topics like mass incarceration and reparations, and is intended to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of African American history and culture. The College Board has vowed to continue to fight for the course, and to ensure that all students have access to a comprehensive education.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) has been met with a lawsuit alleging that the state misled dozens of migrants, but this has not stopped the passing of a bill that expands a program used to fly migrants to Democratic-led cities and states. The bill grants the state authority to move asylum seekers around the country with little oversight, and has been met with criticism from Democrats who argue it is a political stunt. The bill is now awaiting DeSantis' signature, and if signed, will go into effect July 1.