DeSantis was a candidate for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, withdrawing his candidacy in January 2024. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, DeSantis graduated from Yale University with a …

—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has reached the milestone of more than 10,000 bonuses awarded through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Program.

18 hours ago · Florida lawmakers approved a bill to prohibit local governments from funding or promoting diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, sending the measure to Republican Gov. Ron …

2 days ago · The bill doesn't prohibit a local government from recognizing state and federal holidays, such as Juneteenth or Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Mar 5, 2026 · Ron DeSantis is a Republican politician who serves as governor of Florida (2019– ) and is a leading figure in the conservative movement. He previously served as a member of the U.S. House …

Legislation signed into law by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will impose tougher penalties on people who abandon pets during natural disasters, a measure inspired by the rescue of a dog left in floodwaters …

1 day ago · After President Trump urged states to recommit themselves to capital punishment, Florida started to put prisoners to death at rates not seen in the state’s modern history.

DeSantis’ Canadian drug import plan in Florida goes from campaign trail to tough realities By AREK SARKISSIAN 02/02/2026 02:00 PM EST

Jan 8, 2019 · After active-duty service, Ron DeSantis served as a federal prosecutor, where he targeted and convicted child predators. He still serves in the U.S. Navy Reserve.

2 days ago · A bill to be sent to Gov. Ron DeSantis for his approval threatens to end the ability for cities and counties to sponsor multicultural festivals, such as the Puerto Rican Day Parade, Come Out With ...