DeSantis warns about ‘hazardous’ fallout if lawmakers bail on special session
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) warned Florida Republicans they could pay a steep price politically if they don’t swiftly fall in line with his immigration agenda. Earlier this month, DeSantis faced pushback from Republican leaders in both state legislative chambers after he announced a special session designed to help the new Trump administration’s “agenda of enforcing
DeSantis faces rare showdown with GOP legislative leaders over immigration special session
After calling a special session, set to begin Monday, DeSantis could get a stern rebuke from his GOP colleagues.
DeSantis in Unusual Standoff With Republican Lawmakers Over His Call for a Special Session To Boost Trump’s Deportation Plans
Mr. DeSantis is trying to show his support for President Trump’s priorities on issues ranging from what to call the Gulf of Mexico to immigration to plans for mass deportation. However, it appears that after roughly six years of mostly having the GOP-controlled state legislature go along with his priorities, he is facing resistance.
Gov. Bill Lee outlines new immigration proposals for special session: What to know
Lee's office on Wednesday released details of a new legislative proposal that will be considered in next week's special session.
DeSantis in a rare standoff with Florida lawmakers over special session
For the last six years, Gov. Ron DeSantis has been used to getting his way with the state Legislature, at times slashing the priorities of Republican leaders and calling them back to Tallahassee to pass bills that boost his political profile.
The Legislature strikes back: DeSantis immigration special session called 'irresponsible'
DeSantis called for the special session to begin Jan. 27; the 2025 regular legislative session starts in Tallahassee on March 4.
Gov. DeSantis says he’s a dog biting at ankles when it comes to Special Session and immigration reform
Gov. Ron DeSantis compared himself to a dog biting people’s ankles as the Governor continued to pressure lawmakers to return for a Special Session to crack down on illegal immigration. “I am not just going to let go. We are going to get this done,” DeSantis said as he has faced opposition from Republican leaders over returning to Tallahassee early.
DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump’s immigration policies
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is calling state lawmakers into a special session to help carry out President-elect Donald Trump’s promises for a swift crackdown on immigration.
GOP lawmakers "flying blind" ahead of DeSantis' immigration special session
Days before they're due to meet in Tallahassee, some Florida GOP lawmakers remain unsold on Gov. Ron DeSantis' immigration-focused special session, which they describe as hastily called and poorly planned.
Gov. Lee calls his 7th Special Session as governor to discuss school vouchers, Helene relief
Gov. Lee is expecting lawmakers to address his largest legislative priority, school vouchers, alongside relief for counties ...
California Democrat worries Trump-related special session may backfire on immigration
California lawmakers on Wednesday will begin debate on proposals that will prepare the state for more legal battles and ...
Tennessee to call special session fast-tracking Trump agenda on immigration, school choice and disaster relief
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced that he will call a special session to implement President-elect Trump's immigration agenda ...