Video — Gov. Ron DeSantis: Everglades ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Shutting Down to Enhance Florida’s Safety
Closure of Florida’s Immigration Detention Center The immigration detention facility in Florida’s Everglades, often referred to as “Alligator Alcatraz,” has officially shut down. Governor Ron DeSantis stated that the center had “served its purpose” and contributed to making Florida safer. This temporary site opened last July and was established to deport approximately 21,000 undocumented immigrants. […]
DeSantis closes Alligator Alcatraz detention center for good, stating the mission is complete.
Closure of Alligator Alcatraz Announced by Governor DeSantis Florida’s Republican Governor Ron DeSantis has confirmed the shutdown of the Alligator Alcatraz immigration detention facility. During a press conference on Thursday, alongside White House Border Secretary Tom Homan, DeSantis provided insights about the facility located in the Florida Everglades. He remarked that it has “played its […]
Fake ‘Medicaid providers’ exposed as DeSantis announces $136M recovered and 3,200 terminated
DeSantis Discusses Budget Cuts and Medicaid Fraud Prevention in West Palm Beach WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference on Friday with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Shevan Harris, to discuss new strategies aimed at combating Medicaid fraud. The event, which took place at the Palm Beach County […]
DeSantis hopes Florida’s property tax proposal will provide an advantage over Texas.
Florida’s Tax Proposal: A Competitive Edge or a Risky Gamble? Florida and Texas have become appealing options for those escaping high-tax states, primarily due to their lack of personal income taxes and business-friendly environments. Now, Florida’s Governor Ron DeSantis is considering whether reducing property taxes could give the Sunshine State a new competitive edge. The […]
DeSantis criticizes the long vote-counting process in California, calling it ‘pathetic’
DeSantis Critiques California’s Election Voting Process Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently took to social media to express his dissatisfaction with the election process in California, particularly highlighting the lengthy vote counting times. On Wednesday, DeSantis (R-Fla.) made comparisons between the ways Florida and California handle ballot counting, following an inconclusive primary election in California that […]
Trump is not dismissing the possibility of DeSantis as a candidate for Attorney General
Trump Open to DeSantis for Cabinet Role Former President Donald Trump hasn’t dismissed the idea of appointing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to a Cabinet position. In a recent episode, Trump was asked about the possibility of considering DeSantis for attorney general after Pam Bondi’s expected departure. He expressed a positive sentiment, saying, “Ron is very […]
DeSantis calls for a special session on a plan to eliminate property taxes for primary residences in Florida.
Florida Governor’s Proposal to Eliminate Property Taxes Florida’s Governor, Ron DeSantis, has introduced a bill aimed at significantly reducing, and eventually eliminating, property taxes on primary residences in the state. He has also called for a special session of the legislature to discuss this initiative. This move is part of a broader effort to reform […]
DeSantis states that Cuba’s communist regime should be dismissed.
DeSantis Pushes for Change in Cuba During a bill signing event on Friday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expressed his belief that it’s time to “put the Cuban government out to pasture.” He emphasized that, looking towards the future, the “communist dictatorship” in Cuba needs to be dealt with decisively. “This would be beneficial for our […]
DeSantis mocks Obama with a Russia collusion comment in response to DOJ criticism
DeSantis Responds to Obama’s Criticism of Justice Department Politicization Florida Governor Ron DeSantis hit back after former President Barack Obama made remarks about the Trump administration’s alleged politicization of the Justice Department. During a speech, Obama stated, “The White House should not be able to direct the attorney general to prosecute anyone the president wants […]
Civil rights organizations file a lawsuit against Florida regarding the congressional map approved by Governor Ron DeSantis
A group of organizations, including the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), is suing Florida over its new congressional map, claiming it’s designed to benefit one political party disproportionately. The lawsuit, spanning 41 pages, was initiated by Common Cause, the League of Women Voters of Florida, and the United League of Latin American Citizens (LULAC). They […]