They really only affect law-abiding citizens. [112], In late September 2021, DeSantis announced he would run for reelection, and filed the necessary paperwork several weeks later. Ron DeSantis, was a speaker at the event. Walt . DeSantis's family roots run deep in Valley", "Ron DeSantis admits GOP faithful are 'demoralized, depressed and dejected' at D.C. Republicans", "Baseball's DeSantis shines on Yale Field of dreams", "Could Ron DeSantis Be Trump's G.O.P. [19][20] He was an outfielder on that team; as a senior in 2001, he had the team's best batting average at .336. Born in Jacksonville, DeSantis spent most of his childhood in Dunedin, Florida. A hard-fought contest, it pitted the conservative DeSantis against Democrat Andrew Gillum, a progressive who was attempting to become the states first African American governor. 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DeSantis Statement on ObamaCare Repeal", "Ron DeSantis wants to lead Florida through hurricanes. And it was really a lot of fun. During this time he also joined the U.S. Navy (2004) and became an officer in the Judge Advocate Generals Corps. ", "In bid for Florida governor, Ron DeSantis touts Navy Gitmo experience. "We never would have thought that, how many years later, we would be tussling with Disney in a political office. The Disney wedding venue is the latest news to emerge from the DeSantis-Disney saga. After receiving Trumps backing, DeSantis announced in 2018 that he was running for governor of Florida. The allegations asserted Bloomberg had broken the law by offering incentives to vote. "We're not used to having people pick up for us," DeSantis said while visiting Boca Raton a few weeks later. "As it turned out, Disney World has a nice wedding chapel attached to the Grand Floridian, the Victorian-themed hotel close to the Magic Kingdom.". The proposal includes a permanent ban of mask requirements throughout the state, vaccine and mask requirements in schools, COVID-19 passports in the state, and employers hiring or firing based on COVID-19 vaccines. DeSantis defends decision to fly migrants to Martha's Vineyard: 'We're not a sanctuary state', "Ron DeSantis sends two planes of illegal immigrants to Martha's Vineyard", "DeSantis' office hits back after class action suit from migrants, reveals 'consent form' they allegedly signed", "Gov. DeSantis was first elected to Congress in 2012, defeating his Democratic opponent, Heather Beaven. It's not a memoir the book's only personal reference is in its dedication, which reads, "To Casey," Insider's Kimberly Leonard reported. Ron DeSantis was married to Casey Black for 13 years. DeSantis suspends all remaining Covid restrictions: 'We are no longer in a state of emergency', "Governor DeSantis Signs Executive Order Eliminating and Superseding Local COVID-19 Mandates", "DeSantis declares COVID 'state of emergency' over, overrides local restrictions", "DeSantis signs bill banning vaccine 'passports,' suspends local pandemic restrictions", "Florida Gov. "DeSantis, in Latest Volley Against Disney, Suggests Punitive Steps." Born September 14, 1978 in Jacksonville, FL First Lady Casey DeSantis, married in 2010 Education: Graduated from Yale University with a B. In September 2010, Casey married future Florida governor Ron DeSantis. Walt Disney World did not respond to a Thursday evening email seeking comment. In the ad, Casey touted him as not only a candidate backed by President Donald Trump, but an "amazing dad," Insider's Cheryl Teh reported. At times the race was marked by controversy as DeSantis and his supporters were accused of racism; DeSantis denied the allegations. Business Insider, https://www.businessinsider.com/desantises-reveal-how-they-decided-on-ironic-disney-world-wedding-2023-2. Accessed 18 Apr. [29][30][31], DeSantis returned to the U.S. in April 2008, reassigned to the Naval Region Southeast Legal Service. The legislationbans instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade, and says such instruction in higher grades must be "age appropriate or developmentally appropriate.". [190], By August 2021, amid a record in new cases within the state, Florida had become the state with the highest per capita hospitalizations for COVID-19. [117] During an interview with Bret Baier on Fox News, Crist claimed that DeSantis was "one of the biggest threats to democracy". Accessed 18 Apr. The destination community was not notified of the refugees' impending arrival and requirements. ", "A Frustrated Ron DeSantis Dogged By Questions Of Race", "'We Negroes' robocall is an attempt to 'weaponize race' in Florida campaign, Gillum warns", "DeSantis wins Florida governor's race, defeating progressive Andrew Gillum", "Andrew Gillum, Ron DeSantis select running mates", "Amid heated governor's race, Ron DeSantis resigns from Congress", "Morning Joe mocks Ron DeSantis for ducking tough questions on Florida issues", "Florida governor's race: Where Ron DeSantis, Andrew Gillum stand on the issues", "Where do governor hopefuls Ron DeSantis, Andrew Gillum stand on the issues? "[32][37], In 2007, DeSantis reported to the Naval Special Warfare Command Group in Coronado, California, where he was assigned as a legal adviser to SEAL Team One; he deployed to Iraq[38] in the fall of 2007[39] as part of the 2007 troop surge. McCarthy said during a Thursday interview on CNBC's Squawk Box that DeSantis should attempt to "sit down and negotiate" with Disney instead of attempting to wage a legal battle against the company. DeSantis' handling of COVID-19 helped shape his reelection campaign", "Is there community spread of COVID-19 in Florida? They married in 2010 and lived in Ponte Vedra Beach two years before her husband first ran for Congress. [238][239] He also threatened off-hand during a press confrence to build a new state prison near the Disney World complex. Ron DeSantis and his wife, Casey, a former newscaster. 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He predicted the information wouldn't make a difference for DeSantis's reelection prospects given his favorability. [163], DeSantis favored reopening schools for in-person learning for the 202021 school year. Both baby and mom are doing great," he wrote on Twitter. Critics nicknamed it the Dont Say Gay bill, and Disney, one of the states largest employers, later issued a statement that was critical of the legislation. [52] He generally opposes firearm regulation, saying, "Very rarely do firearms restrictions affect criminals. 2023. [158], In early June, DeSantis partially lifted his stay-at-home order, lifting restrictions on bars and cinemas; the same day he lifted the restrictions, Florida recorded the largest case surge in six weeks. [329] The couple lived in Ponte Vedra Beach, near St. Augustine, until it was drawn into the neighboring 4th district. The controversial schools law bans instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade, though it also contains nebulous languagethat such instruction in higher grades must be "age appropriate or developmentally appropriate.". [257] DeSantis and Biden held a press conference in Fort Myers to report on the status of the cleanup. Insider reported that DeSantis exchanged vows with now-wife Casey DeSantis at "the Grand Floridian's wedding pavilion, a chapel with arched windows overlooking Cinderella's Castle and the Seven Seas Lagoon. [292] On June 16, 2021, DeSantis signed into law House Bill 839, which bans local governments in Florida from requiring gas stations to add electric car charging stations. DeSantis won the Republican nomination for the 2018 gubernatorial election and chose state representative Jeanette Nuez as his running mate; in the general election, he defeated the Democratic nominee, Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum, by 0.4%. Ron DeSantis reopening state's economy despite COVID-19 spread, bans mask fines", "Florida governor extends order suspending COVID-19 related enforcement fines", "Atlas push to 'slow the testing down' tracks with dramatic decline in one key state", "Gov. At that time Ron was a naval officer at Naval Station Mayport, on a golf course. The Washington Post also spoke to a number of wedding guests who confirmed the location. DeSantis's feud with Disney over a schools bill critics call "Don't Say Gay" has become politics legend. Before You Leave . But Ron DeSantis isn't the only star in the family -sort of speak. Jill Casey Black DeSantis is the wife of Florida governor Ron DeSantis. Last year, Casey DeSantis stepped back from first lady duties while she received treatment for breast cancer. "But life can be unpredictable. He also supported the Individual Freedom Act (commonly called the Stop WOKE Act), which was designed to protect Floridians from discrimination and woke indoctrination. Its provisions included a ban on the teaching of critical race theory. He said there would be three tests, in the fall, winter and spring, each smaller than the FSA. [7][nb 1], His paternal grandfather was Daniel DeSantis, born in Beaver, Pennsylvania, to parents Nicola DeSantis and Maria Nolfi, who were born in Cansano, Abruzzo region. ", He also spoke about not wanting any Disney characters present. There aren't any in Florida", "Venezuelans slam DeSantis after migrants flown to Martha's Vineyard", "The Story Behind DeSantis's Migrant Flights to Martha's Vineyard", "Florida flies migrants to 'sanctuary' of Martha's Vineyard", "Gov. [236], The Walt Disney Company, owner of Walt Disney World in Florida, called for the laws repeal, beginning a dispute between Disney and the state government. [125][126] Crist conceded the election shortly after DeSantis was projected to be the winner. Dworkin said: "Disney filed a lawsuit against Ron DeSantis in federal court today saying he waged a "relentless campaign to weaponize government power." Stay up to date with what you want to know. Jimnez, Jesus, and Giulia Heyward. September 14, 1978. It was Ron DeSantis, the governor of Florida, and he wanted to talk about the coronavirus. After DeSantis signed the bill into law in March, Disney, which has championed gay rightssince the 1990s, said it wouldwork toward its repeal. Would his pass the test? As the legislature was considering the bill, CEO Bob Chapek told shareholders he called DeSantis expressing "disappointment and concern," but Disney employees staged a walkout saying the company's response wasn't forceful enough. While DeSantis' 2024 plans have yet to be announced, there is no doubt that his wife, Casey DeSantis, will be by his side during future campaigns. Dreams from My Father: A Story of Race and Inheritance. But DeSantis hasn't mentioned that, long before Disney became what he derides as a "woke corporation," its sprawling theme park near Orlando was the venue where he once said his "I Do's.". [143][144], During 2020 and 2021, scientists and media outlets gave mixed reviews of DeSantis' handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Ron DeSantis and Disney over the Parental Rights in Education Act also known as the "don't say gay" bill is impacting Disney's . [194][192] The Washington Post reported that this claim was based on "guesswork and assumptions, not evidence", while PolitiFact reported that COVID-19 hot spots tend to be clustered far from the border, in places with low rates of public vaccination, not along the southern border, as would be expected if migrants were driving the surge in cases. Ron DeSantis and accusing him of trying to 'weaponize government power' over the company. Ron DeSantis made the announcement Monday about the health of his "beloved wife." "As the mother of three young . Sometime earlier, the then-TV anchor met then- Navy Officer Ron while she was covering a golf game at the University of Florida. [180][181][182] The same day, he signed a bill into law that prohibited businesses, cruise ships, schools, and government entities from requiring proof of vaccination for use of services. Ron DeSantis and the Walt Disney Co. took another turn Wednesday when the company filed suit against DeSantis, alleging that he has waged a "targeted. Florida Gov. [76][77], DeSantis has opposed legislation to require online retailers to collect and pay state sales tax. They welcomed a baby girl into the world, Casey DeSantis announced on Monday. The Florida Supreme Court sided with DeSantis on the issue,[297] and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit also sided with DeSantis in a 64 ruling. [211], On September 14, 2021, DeSantis announced that Florida would replace the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) test with a system of smaller tests scattered throughout the year. Ron DeSantis signs a bill banning abortions after 15 weeks", "State's appeal nullifies Judge's temporary block of Florida's 15-week abortion ban", "Florida Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to 15 week abortion law", "Florida Republicans Propose 6-Week Abortion Ban", "Ruling an egregious allowance of government intrusion into medicine", "ACOG Statement on the Decision in Dobbs V. Jackson", "AAP Statement on Supreme Court Decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization", "A bill to be entitled An act relating to pregnancy and parenting support", "DeSantis signs six-week abortion ban into law in private late-night ceremony", "Rape, Incest Victims Must Show Proof to Get Exception to Florida's New Abortion Ban", "Ron DeSantis: Enlist retired military, cops to prevent school shootings", "DeSantis proposing 'anti-mob' legislation to expand Florida's 'stand your ground' law", "Ron DeSantis unveils $5,000 signing bonus to draw police officers to Florida", "We Read DeSantis' 'Anti-Riot' Bill So You Don't Have to Here's What It Says", "DeSantis signs Florida's anti-riot bill, cites Chauvin trial", "Federal judge blocks key portion of anti-riot law, targets DeSantis and three sheriffs", "Gov. His wife is Casey Black -and Emmy award-winning journalist. [148][149] By 2023, many political scientists acknowledged that DeSantis' management of the pandemic may have benefited him in his reelection campaign, and he was credited with turning "his coronavirus policies into a parable of American freedom".[150][151]. 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[183][184] Amid a July resurgence in new infections,[185] DeSantis banned public schools from implementing mask mandates and thus left mask-wearing up to the students' parents, though he advised them against it because "it's terribly uncomfortable for [children] to do it; there's not very much science behind it". But life can be unpredictable.". [283] Several months after the signing, a federal judge blocked the portion of the law that introduced a new definition of "riot", calling it too vague. Casey Black is an ex television host for the Golf Channel and WJXT. Ron DeSantis was married at Disney World long "before" the company got political. He was reelected in a landslide over Charlie Crist in the 2022 Florida gubernatorial election; his 19.4% margin of victory was the state's largest in 40 years. "At 7 lbs 4 oz she was the smallest of the bunch, but she is already holding her own. DeSantis also garnered attention for policies that stoked the so-called culture wars. In 2022 he oversaw passage of the Parental Rights in Education act that limited discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in public schools. [248][249][247][250][251][252] The migrants filed a class-action suit against DeSantis, calling his treatment of them "extreme and outrageous, and utterly intolerable in a civilized community. Who Is Ron DeSantis's Wife? But against Biden, it's a different story, "Trump wins CPAC 2024 straw poll, DeSantis is second but more than 30 points behind", "GOP insiders think DeSantis could beat Trump in 2024. Kurtz, Judy. Ron DeSantis children. "[53], DeSantis was a critic of Obama's immigration policies; he opposed Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) and accused Obama of failing to enforce immigration laws. Despite the animosity between the Florida governor and Disney, it is indeed true that DeSantis was married at the corporation's park in Florida. [304][305][306][307] He called for eliminating ballot drop boxes and limiting voting by mail by requiring that voters re-register every year to vote by mail and that signatures on mail-in ballots "match the most recent signature on file" (rather than any of the voter's signatures in the Florida system). [68], In the wake of the alleged IRS targeting controversy, DeSantis called for IRS commissioner John Koskinen's resignation for having "failed the American people by frustrating Congress's attempts to ascertain the truth". They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. "At 7 lbs 4 oz she was the smallest of the bunch, but she is. Insider spoke to Casey DeSantis' former friends and colleagues, who expressed surprise at the choice of venue, saying she was "not really a Disney person" but "wanted something all-inclusive and put together.". Who better to lead the state than a native of the area. The news that Casey DeSantis, the wife of Republican Florida Gov. [21][22][23][24] While attending Yale he worked a variety of jobs, including as an electrician's assistant and a coach at a baseball camp. [78], He voted for the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017. [212], In March 2021, DeSantis proposed legislation to impose restrictions and stricter requirements for Florida universities to collaborate with Chinese academics and universities; he said this would crack down on economic espionage by China. DeSantis proposes reestablishing Florida State Guard civilian volunteer force", "Gov. Amy Tikkanen is the general corrections manager, handling a wide range of topics that include Hollywood, politics, books, and anything related to the. [29][30][31], DeSantis was still serving in the U.S. Navy Reserve as of his transition to the governorship. [267][268] After DeSantis appealed the ruling, the law went into effect on July 5, pending judicial review. Casey DeSantis chimed in during the joint interview. Updates? Ron DeSantis was married at Walt Disney World The governor continues to score points against the supposedly woke megacorp, but he held his wedding . 2023. Ron DeSantis's wife, Casey, cut an ad for the primary that was considered influential. To help you know him better, here are 10 things that you didn't know about Ron DeSantis. His great-great-grandmother Luigia Colucci joined her husband in the U.S. in 1917.[10].
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