Florida lawmakers reject special session on immigration called by DeSantis
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida House and Senate openly rebuked Gov. Ron DeSantis’ call for a special session on immigration Monday by defiantly rejecting his slate of bills, then adjourning and immediately regrouping to consider alternative legislation approved by their leaders.
Republicans in Tallahassee clash with Gov. DeSantis over immigration bill
Florida Republicans are clashing with Gov. Ron DeSantis over an immigration bill he calls "weak" and vows to veto. The bill allocates $500 million for immigration enforcement but lacks key powers DeSantis wanted. With tensions rising, lawmakers may attempt a veto override, though it faces hurdles in the Senate.
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