2023. DeSantis proposed other educational reforms and notably targeted programs that he alleged sought to impose ideological conformityto try to provoke political activism. In January 2023 he banned Advanced Placement (AP) courses on African American studies, claiming that the content was historically inaccurate and a violation of state law (presumably the Stop WOKE Act); the College Board, which oversees AP content, later amended the curriculum. [113] In April 2023 he said, I am not a candidate, so well see if and when that changes; at that time, former President Trump was leading DeSantis in polls for the Republican nomination, but DeSantis was performing better than Trump in battleground polling of the general election. Before becoming a minister 15 years ago, Capo was a therapist for 30, and in both positions, he has counseled women and families about issues . The legislationbans instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade, and says such instruction in higher grades must be "age appropriate or developmentally appropriate.". [280] In September 2021, he introduced a $5,000 signing bonus for Florida police officers in a bid to attract out-of-state police recruits. "[253] DeSantis' spokesperson noted that the refugees had all signed a consent form, and called the lawsuit "political theater" by "opportunistic activists" at the expense of "illegal immigrants". Fantastic.". It actually was really nice," DeSantis said. And actually, it was one of the best conversations I ever had, and we had a lot of fun.". DeSantis' forthcoming memoir, "The Courage to Be Free: Florida's Blueprint for America's Revival," will feature more personal stories about the governor's early life, military service, and marriage to Casey. "We just want to do what's right," DeSantis said during the October 26 campaign rally. Ron DeSantis has not been divorced. DeSantis Directs Action On Spanish-Language Ballots", "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. Aug 02, 2021 at 2:00 pm. DeSantis announces legislation to crack down on big tech, online censorship", "DeSantis proposes daily $100G fine, other penalties for Big Tech firms that deplatform political candidates", "DeSantis vows to punish Big Tech for targeting conservatives", "In nod to Trump, Florida is set to ban 'deplatforming' on social media", "Federal judge blocks Florida law targeting social media platforms", "DeSantis applauds fired whistleblower's Twitter suspension, the latest in an ongoing feud", "Ron DeSantis Is Celebrating Twitter's Ban of Rebekah Jones. "Ron DeSantis Reveals Plan to Fight Disney Over Florida Special District After Board Snafu." The ongoing feud between Florida Gov. Cho, Winston. Thelocation of the governor'swedding doesn't appear to be widely known, even among some ofhisformer aides. [248][249][247][250][251][252] The migrants filed a class-action suit against DeSantis, calling his treatment of them "extreme and outrageous, and utterly intolerable in a civilized community. However, he first faced reelection as governor in 2022. [19][20] He was an outfielder on that team; as a senior in 2001, he had the team's best batting average at .336. ", "August 14, 2012 Primary Election Republican Primary Official Results", "November 6, 2012 General Election Official Results", "Despite Opposing 'CRomnibus,' Sophomore Ron DeSantis Ascends Congressional Ladder", "Americans for Prosperity Applauds U.S. Representative Ron DeSantis", "Rep. DeSantis Statement on ObamaCare Repeal", "Ron DeSantis wants to lead Florida through hurricanes.