Ron DeSantis

The Chinese Communist Party’s “Zero COVID” policy is draconian, unscientific, and represents a gross violation of individual rights. The Chinese people are right to protest the maniacal impulse to exercise total control of the population which is the hallmark of the CCP regime.

Shevaun Harris has done an excellent job serving Florida’s families as the Secretary of the Florida Department of Children and Families. She has fostered innovation and ensured accountability. I look forward to continuing working with her this upcoming term.

Manny Diaz is an advocate for our parents, teachers and schools. He has worked with me to keep indoctrination out and put parents in charge of their children's futures. I'm pleased to have him return as the Commissioner of @EducationFL.

Governor Ron DeSantis Wishes Floridians a Happy Thanksgiving

From the tragic condo collapse in Surfside to the destructive Hurricane Ian, Kevin Guthrie has led emergency response efforts with leadership and skill. It is my pleasure to announce that he will be returning as the Director of the Florida Division of Emergency Management in our second term!

Governor DeSantis Delivers Remarks at the SEUS Japan Joint Meeting

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $7.7 million through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) grant program and the Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) to support a large-scale rapid credentialing effort between three state colleges, two technical colleges, and Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs). Governor DeSantis also announced $1 million through the Florida Disaster Fund to organizations to support emergency management personnel, national guardsmen, and community members in the recovery process.

"Dr. Ladapo has done a great job as Florida Surgeon General. His evidence-based principles serve as a counterweight to the increasingly political positions of the entrenched medical establishment, especially on schools, masks and mRNA shots. Happy to announce he’ll return for our 2nd term!" - Governor Ron DeSantis

Governor Ron DeSantis visits Volusia and Flagler counties to survey damage and beach erosion on A1A from Hurricane Nicole.

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a proclamation declaring November 7 as the first annual Victims of Communism Day in Florida. Florida is home to millions of individuals who came here seeking freedom from countries controlled by Communist governments, including Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua. “At a time when Marxism, socialism, and communism are actively promoted by prominent politicians and pop-culture figures in our own country, it is more important than ever to teach Florida’s schoolchildren about the horrific history of Communist countries and to provide them with opportunities to hear from individuals who suffered under the rule of Communist dictators,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “

Today, on Florida’s first Victims of Communism Day, we honor the 100 million people who have lost their lives at the hands of communist regimes. We will continue to tell your stories and fight to preserve freedom and prosperity.

Governor Ron DeSantis wishes all who celebrate a Happy Diwali.

Governor Ron DeSantis traveled to Punta Gorda to announce that Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) is awarding $5 million to local housing partners to help Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian pay their home insurance deductibles in the six hardest hit counties. Funding assistance is available to individuals, families, and seniors living in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Lee, and Sarasota counties who apply and qualify through Florida Housing’s local housing partners. Homeowners are encouraged to contact their local SHIP office directly for more information: floridahousing.org

I am working with the Legislature to call a special session to provide permanent property tax relief for storm victims who lost their homes. The session will also provide any necessary appropriations for Southwest Florida as well as further reforms to the property insurance market.

Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Amazon’s Mega Warehouse in Opa-locka, Florida, to highlight the success of the Florida Disaster Fund, which has raised over $45 million to date to help with recovery in communities impacted by Hurricane Ian, and to highlight partnerships between the state and private sector entities following the storm, including Amazon.

Moments after the storm passed, Captains for Clean Water began saving lives and assisting in establishing communication with state agencies. Thank you for selflessly serving the community of Pine Island and our state.

Gov. DeSantis Announces All School Districts to Reopen by Oct. 18th

The only appropriate sentence for the massacre of 17 innocent people is the death penalty. That the jury had a single holdout refuse to authorize a capital sentence represents a miscarriage of justice. My prayers are with the Parkland families.

Our first responders have worked for 2 weeks straight to save lives, restore communities, and work toward restoring normalcy for Floridians. Thank you to the firefighters, the search & rescue teams, the police, the sheriffs, the EMTs and the nurses who sacrifice so much to keep #FloridaStrong.

Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced an exciting partnership with Tervis, the drinkware company known for its famous Tervis tumblers, to launch a new tumbler created to help Floridians recovering from Hurricane Ian by raising money for the Florida Disaster Fund.

Governor DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis on the Ground in Ft.Myers and Sanibel Island

First Lady Casey DeSantis delivers meals and meets with survivors at Murdock Baptist Church.

First Lady Casey DeSantis assists National Guardsmen and First Responders with food and water delivery to Pine Island.

First Lady Casey DeSantis delivers meals to first responders in Fort Myers, Florida.