They really only affect law-abiding citizens. Fights Mask and Vaccine Mandates, Florida Takes the Lead", "Florida Gov. [258] He generally opposes firearm regulation, saying, "Very rarely do firearms restrictions affect criminals. [254] On June 16, 2021, DeSantis signed into law House Bill 839, which bans local governments in Florida from requiring gas stations to add electric car charging stations. [98][99][100][101], In March 2021, DeSantis proposed legislation to impose restrictions and stricter requirements for Florida universities to collaborate with Chinese academics and universities; he said this would crack down on economic espionage by China. The DeSantis amendment sought to cut off the investigation's funding by November 2017. What did he do there? [45] When Rubio ended his presidential bid and ran for reelection to the Senate, DeSantis withdrew from the Senate race and ran for reelection to the House. [289][290], DeSantis opted not to receive his congressional pension, and filed a measure that would eliminate pensions for members of Congress. states. Ronald Abaro, is a General Dentistry specialist practicing in Chino, CA. [298][299] The changes to mail-in voting were notable given that Republicans had historically voted by mail more than Democrats, but Democrats outvoted Republicans by mail in 2020. [24][25][26] As of 2022, he is still serving in the U.S. Navy Reserve.[2]. The father-of-five gave an indirect response, adding that The Florida Education Association criticized the ban, accusing the Board of trying to hide facts from students. He offered no specific examples of students being indoctrinated by Florida higher education institutions. [61] DeSantis promised to stop the spread of polluted water from Lake Okeechobee. [153], On June 28, 2020, DeSantis said Florida was in "good shape" in its fight against COVID-19. [190], On September 21, 2021, DeSantis appointed Joseph Ladapo, a vocal supporter of his COVID-19 policies, as Florida's surgeon general. 3973; 113th Congress), the month Trump announced he was running for president, 2016 United States Senate election in Florida, downtown Miami's Christopher Columbus statue, United States Senate race in Pennsylvania, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Society for the Defense of Tradition, Family and Property, Federation for American Immigration Reform, National Federation of Independent Business, Voting Rights Restoration for Felons Initiative, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, "Ronald Dion DeSantis - Florida Department of State", "Florida Posts $21.8 Billion Budget Surplus, a State Record", "Biden praises DeSantis' response to Hurricane Ian", "Democrats were already struggling in Florida. DeSantis says he is running for reelection in 2022 -- not for president", "Florida Gov. On September 7, DeSantis said he thought such speculation was "purely manufactured". WebDr. DeSantis defends decision to fly migrants to Martha's Vineyard: 'We're not a sanctuary state', "Ron DeSantis sends two planes of illegal immigrants to Martha's Vineyard", "DeSantis' office hits back after class action suit from migrants, reveals 'consent form' they allegedly signed", "Coronavirus Update: Governor Ron DeSantis Calls For Major Disaster Declaration For Florida", "Gov. [42] The amendment was intended to counter a bipartisan bill written by two Democratic and two Republican U.S. senators which would have limited the president's power to fire the special counsel. My father used to tell me: Never get in a fight with [73], The gubernatorial debate was held on October 23, and the candidates exchanged attacks. He briefly ran for U.S. Senate in 2016, but withdrew when incumbent senator Marco Rubio sought reelection. [27], Captain Patrick McCarthy supervised DeSantis at the Guantanamo camp and has said that DeSantis was tasked with ensuring that prisoners were given their rights under Common Article 3 of the Geneva Conventions. During his tenure he became a founding member of the Freedom Caucus and was an ally of President Donald Trump. [61] He expressed support for a state constitutional amendment to require a supermajority vote for any tax increases. [67][68] DeSantis was confirmed as the winner and Gillum conceded on November 17. [285] In response to The Walt Disney Company's opposition to the bill, and amid an ongoing feud between DeSantis and Disney, DeSantis suggested that the Florida legislature revoke Disney World's special self-governing privileges over its 25,000-acre (10,000-hectare) propertyprivileges granted to the company in 1967. [59] In the campaign, some sheriffs endorsed DeSantis, while other sheriffs backed Gillum. When he returned to the U.S. a year later, the U.S. Department of Justice appointed DeSantis to serve as a Special Assistant U.S. attorney at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida, a position he held until his honorable discharge in 2010. [292] As of 2022, he has served three terms as a U.S. This will help ensure that opportunities for things like college scholarships will be protected for female athletes for years to come", "DeSantis signs bill banning transgender athletes from playing on certain teams into law", "Ban on transgender athletes in girls' and women's scholastic sports is now Florida's law", "DeSantis signs controversial bill banning transgender women and girls from sports", "Florida's governor signs controversial law opponents dubbed 'Don't Say Gay', "Florida House passes controversial 'Don't Say Gay' bill", "Florida Gov. Desantis is 44 years old and of American nationality as of 2022. "[275], On June 1, 2021, DeSantis signed the Fairness in Women's Sports Act (SB 1028). The district had previously been the 7th, represented by 10-term Republican John Mica, but Mica's share of Orlando had been drawn into the new 7th District, and Mica opted to run there even though the new 6th included the bulk of his former territory. Together, theyre the proud parents of their daughters, Madison and Mamie, and their son, Mason. [273][274] In 2018, he told the Sun-Sentinel that he "doesn't want any discrimination in Florida, I want people to be able to live their life, whether you're gay or whether you're religious. Here's How They Work in Other States", "GOP insiders think DeSantis could beat Trump in 2024. In an op-ed for National Review, he said his legislation would give students "access to federal loan money to put towards non-traditional educational opportunities, such as online learning courses, vocational schools, and apprenticeships in skilled trades". [287] A federal judge blocked the law by preliminary injunction the day before it was to take effect, on the grounds that it violated the First Amendment and federal law. [267][268][269][270], DeSantis's administration allocated $12 million for relocating migrants to other states. Desantis is 44 years old as of 2022 and he holds American nationality. This order superseded all local public health orders and prohibited municipalities from enacting any further public health order related to COVID-19. [88][89][90], After the 2020 Republican National Convention was pulled from its originally scheduled host city, Charlotte, following conflict between Trump and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper over plans for a large-scale gathering without public-health protocols in place to prevent spread of COVID-19, DeSantis campaigned to have Florida be the new host state. [181] In late August, the DeSantis administration ordered Alachua and Broward school districts to reverse their mask mandates or face a reduction in state funding, leading the districts' leaders to declare that they would take legal action in response. [256][257], DeSantis opposes gun control. DeSantis signs executive order scrapping Common Core", "Ron DeSantis signs crack down on constitutional amendments, solidifying Republican control in Florida", "Ballot Initiatives Measure Goes To Florida Governor Ron Desantis", "Orlando Area News: Gov. [6][7] He is of Italian descent: all of his eight great-grandparents were born in Italy,[8] and they were originally from comuni in the provinces of L'Aquila, Benevento, Avellino and Campobasso. [17][18][19][20] While attending Yale he worked a variety of jobs, including as an electrician's assistant and a coach at a baseball camp. [74] DeSantis mentioned that Crist promised in his 2006 gubernatorial campaign that he would not raise taxes, but when elected signed a large increase in taxes and fees. The marriage certificate of Salvadore Storti and Luigia Colucci, the great great grandparents of U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis. Ron DeSantis signals support for 'Don't Say Gay' bill", "Gov. [21], After Yale, he taught history and coached for a year at Darlington School. [135][136] Scientists and media outlets have given mixed reviews of DeSantis's handling of the pandemic. [62] DeSantis opposed allowing able-bodied, childless adults to receive Medicaid. "[138], By February 2021, DeSantis had generally positive approval ratings, ranging from 51% to 64%. A member of the Republican Party, DeSantis represented Florida's 6th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2018. [9][10] His maternal great-great-grandfather Salvatore Storti immigrated to the United States from Italy in 1904, eventually settling in Pennsylvania. In May 2021, he signed into law a bill that prohibited businesses, schools, cruise ships, and government entities from requiring proof of vaccination. Florida Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran agreed with the decision, calling it a "huge victory for the school system". [207] In addition, DeSantis partnered with Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, Inc., to use the Starlink satellite Internet service to help restore communication across the state. [3][4][5] He was reelected in a landslide victory over Charlie Crist in the 2022 Florida gubernatorial election; his 19.4% margin of victory was the state's largest in 40 years. Ronald Daniel DeSantis is Ron DeSantis father, and Karen DeSantis is his mother. Ron DeSantis signs Mississippi-style abortion ban into law", "DeSantis signs Florida's 15-week abortion ban into law", "Florida Judge Says He Will Block New Abortion Restriction", "Florida Gov. Later that year, he reported to the JAG Trial Service Office Command South East at Naval Station Mayport, Florida, as a prosecutor. Ron Desantis was born in Jacksonville, Florida, the U.S.A on September 14, 1978. Ron DeSantis says Florida can host Republican National Convention", "Faced with coronavirus, Republican and Democratic leaders overhaul convention plans", "Trump Abruptly Cancels Republican Convention in Florida: 'It's Not the Right Time', "Gov. 01:00. DeSantis' Actions So Far, Tampa Mayoral Race Gets Crowded & More", "Florida Gov. [69], In September 2021, DeSantis announced that he would run for reelection in 2022. Ron DeSantis signs a bill banning abortions after 15 weeks", "State's appeal nullifies Judge's temporary block of Florida's 15-week abortion ban", "DeSantis emphasizes importance of economic growth", "New St. Johns Rep. opens up on financial and governmental reforms", "Ron DeSantis wants Obama to remove IRS commissioner or else", "Resolution Introduced to Impeach IRS Commissioner", "Email insights: Ron DeSantis, "Taxpayer Superhero", "The REINS Act will keep regulations and their costs in check", "Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis Restore 'Let Seniors Work Act', "Bill filed to sharply reduce the gas tax", "Economy Commentary Let America Fix the Highways Washington Broke", "Retail group assails DeSantis over Internet sales tax", "How Each House Member Voted on the Tax Bill", "Northeast Florida lawmakers divided on impact of tax reform plan", "DeSantis visits Daytona Buc-ee's to announce proposal to waive Florida's gas tax", "Florida board votes to ban critical race theory from state classrooms", "Florida Board of Education passes rule banning critical race theory in classrooms", "DeSantis pushes bill targeting critical race theory in schools", "Florida's DeSantis pitches 'Stop WOKE Act' as in 'Wrongs to Our Kids and Employees' to banish perceived influence of critical race theory from schools and workplaces", "Florida's Governor Just Signed the 'Stop Woke Act.' [125][126], In September 2022, after similar actions by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, an agent of DeSantis recruited 50 newly arrived asylum seekers, mostly from Venezuela, in San Antonio, Texas, and flew them via two chartered planes to the Crestview, Florida airport, where they did not debark, then proceeded to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. 2 2.Ron DeSantis Wikipedia. [157], The DeSantis administration largely ignored the scientists in Florida's Emerging Pathogens Institute, the Sun-Sentinel reported. WebRon DeSantis is an American attorney and politician who served as the 46th Governor of Florida with his term starting in January 2019. [44] He was endorsed by the fiscally conservative Club for Growth. DeSantis signs bill that eliminates FSA in public schools, but state teachers union not happy", "Florida Gov. The U.S. Department of Justice appointed him to serve as a Special Assistant U.S. attorney[29] at the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Middle District of Florida. presidency. [231] He said the bill would bring a "dramatically lower tax rate", "full expensing of capital investments", and more jobs to America. [255], On June 21, 2021, DeSantis signed into law House Bill 919, which prohibits local governments from placing bans or restrictions on any source of electricity. DeSantis signs bill eliminating FSA testing", "Florida just became the largest state to mandate personal finance education in high school", "DeSantis signs bill mandating communism lessons in class, as GOP leans on education", "Andrew Gillum, Ron DeSantis: Environmental records differ on climate change, algae blooms", "Ron DeSantis sells himself as environmentalist with 12-point plan and Everglades tour", "DeSantis Orders More Electric Vehicle Charging Stations On Florida Highways", "Gov.
Richard Karn Brother,
Articles R
