Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis backs down on immigration

Florida lawmakers to hold another special session on immigration — now with DeSantis' support
Legislative leaders said the new session was called "for the exclusive purpose of passing legislation to combat illegal immigration."
Jim DeFede analysis: Florida Gov. Ron Desantis backs down on immigration
MIAMI - As this year's third Florida special legislative session on immigration gets under way this week in Tallahassee, there is one unmistakable conclusion: Gov. Ron DeSantis lost. The man whose failed presidential campaign was based on the slogan: Never Back Down, did indeed back down.
Ron DeSantis Loses Powers To Fly Out Immigrants
The Florida governor agreed to lose control of a program he used to send illegal immigrants to areas such as Martha's Vineyard.
Florida lawmakers work to settle DeSantis rift as they open a new session on immigration
Florida lawmakers are gaveling in another special legislative session on immigration, aimed at leveraging state and local resources to carry out President Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda.
Gov. Ron DeSantis looks to 'clear the waitlist' and jumpstart My Safe Florida Home program
During a Wednesday news conference about insurance in Miami-Dade County, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he wants to jump-start the My Safe Florida Home program.
What's in the bill? DeSantis, Legislature compromise on Florida immigration legislation
The Florida Legislature and Gov. Ron DeSantis have come up with a compromise on an immigration bill. What's in it?
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WATCH LIVE at 9:30 a.m.: DeSantis gives remarks in Miami Beach
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will speak Wednesday morning at the Miami Beach Convention Center. DeSantis is scheduled to give remarks at 9:30 a.m. No other details were shared ahead ...
DeSantis speaks on Florida boating industry ahead of Miami International Boat Show
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is expected to speak on Wednesday about the Florida boating industry shortly before the Miami International Boat Show kicks off.
Ron DeSantis ‘supportive’ as wife considers run for Florida governor in ’26, source says
If Florida’s first lady gets involved, it would shake up what is already expected to be a competitive race for governor in ...
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Can Florida Governor DeSantis run for re-election in 2026? His wife, Casey, may run
As Gov. Ron DeSantis completes his second term, the question of who will run for governor in Florida in 2026 is sparking curiosity. With term limits in place, there are growing discussions about ...
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Ron DeSantis, Florida legislature square off over who holds true MAGA immigration position
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is locked in a rare power struggle with the GOP-led state legislature over how best to carry out President Trump’s immigration agenda — with lawmakers forging ahead ...
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Gov. DeSantis says tourism ‘humming’ after record-setting 2024
Gov. Ron DeSantis says his COVID-era policies are to thank after another record year for Florida’s tourism industry. “I can ...