DeSantis backs Elon Musk in dodgy response to antisemitic post Florida governor refused to denounce Musk’s promotion of antisemitic conspiracy theory The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2023
DeSantis won't condemn Musk for endorsing an antisemitic post. 'I did not see the comment,' he says Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is refusing to condemn Elon Musk’s post endorsing an antisemitic conspiracy theory The Independent UK · Nov 19, 2023
Musk ‘believes in America’: DeSantis defends X owner after antisemitic post Florida governor claims he hasn’t seen the message in which Musk tweeted an enthusiastic agreement with antisemitic post The Guardian - US · Nov 19, 2023
Trump returns to Iowa for another rally and needles the state's governor for endorsing DeSantis Donald Trump is set to campaign in west-central Iowa as part of his fall push with the state's leadoff caucuses now less than two months away The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2023
Network of Lies review: Brian Stelter on Fox News, Trump and Dominion The former CNN host focuses on how the Murdochs paid for spreading conspiracies – and how they continue to flourish The Guardian - US · Nov 18, 2023
Nikki Haley would beat Biden and DeSantis in New Hampshire, new poll finds Haley only Republican to beat Biden in granite state, as ex-UN ambassador sees gains in several polls The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2023
DeSantis appointees seek Disney communications about governor, laws in fight over district Appointees of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are seeking communications between Disney and local media, as well as documents related to the company’s position on Florida’s so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2023
Trump and DeSantis Won't Stop at Keeping Out Illegal Immigrants From “ideological screening” to barring entire cultures deemed “hostile to…the American way of life,” the candidates have big plans to target legal immigrants too. Reason · Nov 17, 2023
In Buffalo, Iowa, a community wrestles with Trump-fueled political apathy Donald Trump continues to dominate polls in Iowa despite losing out on a coveted endorsement from the popular governor. Kim Reynolds endorsed Gov. Ron DeSantis instead but voters aren't sold. WEKU · Nov 17, 2023
New Poll Shows Trump Leading In New Hampshire GOP Primary Donald Trump may be leading in the Republican presidential primary, as Biden stumbles among undecided voters. Zenger · Nov 16, 2023
Florida drag shows win temporary victory in Supreme Court Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the law to ban "children" from "adult live performances" that feature sexual conduct. While the law doesn't refer to drag shows, it is widely seen as aimed at them. WEKU · Nov 16, 2023
Pro-Palestinian student group sues DeSantis over ‘deactivation’ Florida chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine say order by Republican governor violates its free speech rights The Guardian - US · Nov 16, 2023
State governors issue 40 executive orders from Oct. 30-Nov. 12 State governors issued 40 executive orders from Oct. 30-Nov. 12. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) led the field with nine, followed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) with eight. Governors in 33 states issued the fewest orders with zero. Ballotpedia · Nov 16, 2023
Ron DeSantis Claims He ‘Won The Fight’ Against Disney World In New Interview, But Lawsuits Are Still Looming Ron DeSantis is claiming victory in the fight with Disney World, despite the fact the fight is far from over. Cinemablend · Nov 16, 2023
Ballotpedia · Nov 16, 2023 Nine candidates have filed to appear on Arkansas’ Republican presidential primary ballot The filing deadline for the Arkansas Republican presidential primary passed on November 14, 2023. Nine candidates qualified to appear on the March 5, 2024, ballot. In order to qualify, candidates had to submit paperwork and pay a $25,000 filing fee to the state party.
Ballotpedia · Nov 16, 2023 Eleven candidates have filed to appear on Georgia’s Republican presidential primary ballot The filing deadline for the Georgia Republican presidential primary passed on Nov. 12, 2023. Eleven candidates qualified to appear on the March 12, 2024, ballot. In order to qualify, candidates had to submit paperwork and pay a recommended $25,000 voluntary contribution to the state party.
Roll Call · Nov 16, 2023 At the Races: Dem divisions get violent - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best storie,s with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.
Ballotpedia · Nov 16, 2023 2023 had the second-most local RCV ballot measures since 1965 Welcome to the Thursday, November 16, 2023, Brew.
Salon · Nov 16, 2023 Some states are harming vaccine efforts The states are blocking efforts to promote vaccines and giving advice that is at odds with public health experts
WEKU · Nov 16, 2023 Once Florida's favorite son, Floridians turn on DeSantis in his bid for president Gov. Ron DeSantis won a decisive reelection in 2022, in a year when Republicans elsewhere didn't fare as well. But now that he's running for president, some in Florida wish he'd do his job at home.
WEKU · Nov 16, 2023 Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on abortion Ever since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, Republicans have struggled with messaging on the issue. GOP presidential hopefuls are trying to strike a balance on the campaign trail.
WEKU · Nov 16, 2023 Pink gives away 2,000 banned books at Florida concerts The pop music icon is taking a stand against the libraries and classrooms around the U.S. that have removed books due to claims of inappropriate content related to sexuality, gender identity and race.
Cinemablend · Nov 15, 2023 Disney World Celebrated A Major Anniversary By Throwing Facts At Florida's Governor Instead Of Shade Disney World wants to remind Florida what it does for the state ahead of a lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis.
Roll Call · Nov 15, 2023 To slap at rivals on Israel, Christie gives a nod to Biden - Roll Call GOP presidential candidate Chris Christie touted a recent trip to Israel in an appearance before a Washington think tank.
The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2023 Stephen Colbert: ‘Donald Trump is a fascist’ Late-night hosts discuss Trump’s campaign rhetoric and totalitarian plans for a second term, as well as Mike Pence’s new book and Don Jr’s testimony