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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
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Adam Gabbatt and agencies

Disney tells investors Florida’s attempts to repeal private district are unlawful

A statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse near the Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom.
A statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse near the Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom. Photograph: John Raoux/AP

Disney has told investors that attempts by the state of Florida to repeal the company’s ability to operate a private government in the state are unlawful, in a move that could thwart Florida’s retaliation against Disney’s opposition to a “don’t say gay” law.

Ron DeSantis, Florida’s governor, has pushed legislation that would eliminate the Disney-operated Reedy Creek Improvement district, a move which would have huge financial implications for the company.

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