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Floridians Revolt After Governor DeSantis Funds Disney World Over Art

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Floridians are revolting after Governor Ron DeSantis decided to indirectly fund Walt Disney World Resort instead of the arts. Governor DeSantis has made a lot of changes in recent months–almost 200 laws from the latest legislative session took effect on July 1, 2024. Some, but not all, of the legislation impacted Walt Disney World Resort, including bans on intentional balloon ...

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Governor DeSantis Legally Confirms Disney World Price Increase

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A new law imposed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis went into effect on Monday, and it impacts Walt Disney World Resort guests. On July 1, almost 200 laws passed during the previous Florida legislative session took effect. Among the onslaught of legislation signed by DeSantis came numerous policies that potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort, including bans on intentional balloon ...

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Governor DeSantis Legally Confirms Disney World Price Increase

DeSantis yelling edited in front of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World

A new law imposed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis went into effect on Monday, and it impacts Walt Disney World Resort guests. On July 1, almost 200 laws passed during the previous Florida legislative session took effect. Among the onslaught of legislation signed by DeSantis came numerous policies that potentially impact Walt Disney World Resort, including bans on intentional balloon ...

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“A Sexual Festival”: Governor DeSantis Defends Disney World Funding, Condemns Arts

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The total defunding of all public art in Florida has been met with public outrage, but Governor Ron DeSantis has a bizarre reason why taxpayer money should be going to massive Disney World projects and not museums, galleries, zoos, orchestras, festivals, and cultural organizations of all kinds. According to the politician, he’d rather the money go to the Mouse than ...

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Ron DeSantis Officially Permits Police Misconduct at Disney World

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A law protecting police officers took effect in Florida on July 1. The legislation, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, prevents municipal civilian review boards from investigating reported law enforcement misconduct, including in cities near Walt Disney World Resort. Related: Governor DeSantis To Shut down State of Florida, Walt Disney World Resort To Be Modified The police review board legislation is ...

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DeSantis Bans Balloons, Drinking Water, Vegan Food, and More at Disney World

Ron DeSantis with fireworks at Walt Disney World

On July 1, almost 200 new Florida laws took effect. Though Florida Governor Ron DeSantis didn’t sign the onslaught of legislation as part of his ongoing battle against The Walt Disney Company, some laws impact Walt Disney World Resort. With the help of Florida lawmakers, Gov. DeSantis directly targeted Walt Disney World Resort in 2022. After former Disney CEO Bob ...

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DeSantis Considers Ban on Disney Cast Members’ Water Breaks

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Days after signing a law that banned hundreds of Walt Disney World cast members from parts of Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis was presented with a new bill that would worsen working conditions for hourly employees. According to political investigative reporter Jason Garcia, the bill (HB 433) would stop cities statewide from requiring businesses to provide hourly employees with schedules in ...

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DeSantis Issues Controversial Ban: Disney Cast Members Restricted from Florida

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On Wednesday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law that could impact hundreds of homeless Walt Disney World Resort cast members. As of October 1, 2024, homeless Floridians are banned from camping or sleeping in public places. The law also outlines additional mental health services, rehabilitation programs, and a plan for approved camping sites where alcohol and drugs ...

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George Santos Launches $750k Lawsuit Against Disney and Jimmy Kimmel

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Outspoken political figure George Santos is going after Jimmy Kimmel and Disney. Related: Disney Trumps Universal Ahead of Epic Universe Opening Former member of the House of Representatives George Santos has filed a lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company over a segment on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, according to Deadline. The new suit alleges that Jimmy Kimmel, along with his network ABC ...

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Transparency Concerns: Disney Announces Intent to Conceal Political Donations

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The 2024 proxy vote ballot for Disney’s annual shareholder meeting has sparked curiosity among stakeholders and fans as it unveils a notable aspect of the company’s financial transparency. The public has recently learned of the Disney Board’s plans to withhold information on Disney’s expenditures related to Political and Charitable donations. This move has raised eyebrows among the public, who wonder ...

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