Challenges Faced by Ron DeSantis: Obstacles and Turning Points

A closer look at the defining struggles that shaped Ron DeSantis's life and career.

Ron DeSantis is an American politician and attorney, currently serving as the 46th Governor of Florida since 2019. Before becoming governor, DeSantis served as a U.S. Representative for Florida's 6th congressional district from 2013 to 2018. A Republican, DeSantis ran for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination but withdrew his candidacy in January 2024. He is a former naval officer.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

August 18, 2022: Enforcement of Stop WOKE Act Blocked

On August 18, 2022, a federal judge blocked enforcement of the Stop WOKE Act as applied to businesses, ruling that it violated the First Amendment.

September 2022: DeSantis Sends Migrants to Martha's Vineyard

In September 2022, DeSantis sent two chartered planes carrying 50 newly arrived asylum seekers, mostly from Venezuela, from San Antonio, Texas, to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, via Crestview, Florida. The migrants later filed a class-action suit against DeSantis.

2022: Criticized Charlie Crist's attendance record

During the 2022 campaign, DeSantis stated that Crist only showed up for work 14 days during 2022 as a U.S. representative.

April 26, 2023: Disney Files Lawsuit Against DeSantis

On April 26, 2023, The Walt Disney Company filed a lawsuit against DeSantis and several others, accusing them of retaliating against protected speech following Disney's opposition to the Parental Rights in Education Act.