Rupert Murdoch, chairman of Fox Corp., acknowledged in a recently unsealed deposition that some Fox News commentators endorsed false allegations of election fraud by former President Donald Trump and his allies. This is part of a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against the cable news giant by Dominion Voting Systems. Former President Donald Trump has recently renewed his attacks on Fox News, accusing the network of downplaying his popularity over Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R). The lawsuit against Fox News is ongoing and Murdoch has yet to comment on the matter.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida has signed a bill into law that strips Walt Disney World of its self-governing status and requires DeSantis to appoint a five-member board to oversee the government services provided in the theme park properties. The bill is seen as a way for DeSantis to gain political leverage and to punish Disney for its opposition to his “Don’t Say Gay” law, as well as to gain favor among conservative voters as he prepares for a potential presidential run.
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.
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.