Jan 29, 2025 · Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has promised to veto a sweeping immigration bill. It’s the latest escalation in a statehouse showdown between DeSantis’ office and the Republican leaders, who have sparred over whose proposals would best carry out President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown.

Jan 29, 2025 · Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been locked in a contentious fight with the Republican-dominated state Legislature, which tried to strip away some immigration authority.

Jan 29, 2025 · TALLAHASSEE, Florida — Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will veto a sweeping illegal immigration bill passed Tuesday night by the state’s Republican-controlled Legislature, a move guaranteed to stoke ...

Jan 29, 2025 · Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida promised on Wednesday to veto legislation that would toughen immigration enforcement in the state and blasted fellow Republicans for not going far enough after they ...

May 10, 2023 · Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a sweeping immigration overhaul bill Wednesday, a move that comes weeks ahead of an anticipated run for president.

Jan 27, 2025 · TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — In Florida, it’s game on between Gov. Ron DeSantis and the state’s Republican lawmakers. In a stunning rebuke to DeSantis, who was once floated as the Republican successor to President Donald Trump, Florida lawmakers on Monday gaveled in a special session called by the governor to help carry out Trump’s aggressive immigration agenda — and then within minutes ...

Mar 15, 2024 · TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed bills Friday that increase the prison and jail sentences for immigrants who are living in the United States illegally if they are convicted of driving without a license or committing felonies.

— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1718 to combat the dangerous effects of illegal immigration caused by the federal government’s reckless border policies. This legislation makes using E-Verify mandatory for any employer with 25 or more employees, imposes enforceable penalties for those employing illegal aliens, and enhances ...

1 day ago · Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appears to be thinking about his political future as he toned down his rhetoric against Florida state lawmakers who defied him over an immigration bill. DeSantis ...

The proposed actions will position Florida to quickly carry out President-Elect Donald Trump’s mandate to combat illegal immigration. “Florida is ready to lead,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “With President Trump taking office, Florida has a unique opportunity to help facilitate the end to America’s immigration crisis.”