Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Monday that the state will not be extending its voter registration deadline, despite the impending arrival of Hurricane Milton and the ongoing recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The decision comes in response to calls from various voting rights groups urging for an extension to allow more time for residents in storm-affected areas to register.
DeSantis emphasized that there are no barriers preventing unregistered voters from registering before the original deadline on Monday. He encouraged individuals, particularly those in the Tampa Bay area, to take evacuation orders seriously as Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Wednesday.
