Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Calls Special Session Amid Legislative Pushback
DeSantis faces resistance from Republican leaders as he calls for a special session to implement Trump’s immigration policies.
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DeSantis’s decisive call for a special session reflects an unwavering commitment to align Florida’s state policies with Trump’s controversial immigration agenda, emphasizing a proactive approach to enforce federal laws rather than resist them.
DeSantis calls for special legislative session to implement Trump’s immigration crackdown in Florida
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Governor DeSantis's push for a special session to implement Trump’s immigration policies showcases his determination to prioritize strict enforcement, despite resistance from legislative leaders who view his urgency as imprudent.
DeSantis calls special session on immigration
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Florida's Republican leaders demonstrated a reluctance to act on Governor DeSantis's call for a special session, emphasizing the importance of awaiting specific federal guidance before making legislative moves.
Florida GOP leaders: DeSantis’s special session ‘premature’
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We've got some big problems with some of the legal immigration programs that we have. We've seen this H-1B program, how companies will bring in H-1B [workers], the Americans train the H-1B [workers], and then they fire the Americans and hire the H-1B. How would that even remotely be acceptable?
DeSantis highlights 'big problems' with H-1B program and chain migration
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We are going to say sheriffs and municipalities are going to be part of 287(g).
Ron DeSantis pushes to align Florida law with Trump's expected immigration overhaul
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We have no time to waste. Florida must lead.
Ron DeSantis Charges Florida with Leading Trump's Deportation Program
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Summary
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a special session set for January 27 to align state laws with President-elect Trump's immigration agenda. However, GOP legislative leaders have criticized the move as "premature" and believe it should wait for specific federal guidance. DeSantis plans to enhance immigration enforcement capabilities and proposes funding for local officials. Despite pushback, DeSantis emphasized the immediate need for legislative action to address immigration issues in response to proposed federal policies.
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