Running presidential campaign while governor

Dr. Kelly Smith, assistant professor of political science at Stetson University, joined Good Day Orlando to discuss the obstacles that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis may face as he continues his role as governor while also running a presidential campaign.

Governor & candidate: Can DeSantis do it?

Florida governor and now running a presidential campaign, Ron DeSantis will be busy over the next several months. How will he be able to do both? Kelly Smith, assistant professor of political science at Stetson University, tells FOX 35 that it's not unheard of -- and other elected officials have done it before -- but, DeSantis will be busy.

DeSantis vows to protect faith, family

Gov. Ron DeSantis vowed to continue taking on woke agendas, make pro-family decisions, and support Americans’ right to practice their faith during a speech at the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) International Christian Media Convention in Orlando, Florida.

DeSantis rejects 'pronoun olympics'

Saying Florida will "let the kids be kids," Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a bill that expands a controversial 2022 law restricting instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.

Florida law targets college diversity programs

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday that bars public universities from using state or federal money toward programs that advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) or promote political or social activism.

Gov. DeSantis signs immigration measure

With a federal change expected to lead to a surge in migrants crossing the country’s southern border, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a controversial bill that targets illegal immigration.

Gov. DeSantis signs immigration measure

With a federal change expected to lead to a surge in migrants crossing the country’s southern border, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a controversial bill that targets illegal immigration.

'Moms For Liberty' movement spreading

It started as a group of concerned moms worried about their children's education during the coronavirus pandemic, but has now grown to become a powerful "Moms for Liberty." It started in Central Florida where members have reshaped school curriculums by challenging books and lessons they find inappropriate.

DeSantis in Japan ahead of expected US presidential bid

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Japan on Monday to meet with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and other officials as part of his four-nation trade mission seen as an attempt by the expected Republican presidential candidate to improve his diplomatic profile.

Don Lemon terminated by CNN: ‘I am stunned’

“After 17 years at CNN, I would have thought that someone in management would have had the decency to tell me directly," Don Lemon revealed Monday on social media.

Trump extends lead over DeSantis in new poll

Former President Trump has turned the Republican presidential primary on its head within four months, turning a 14-point deficit to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis into a 13-point lead, in a new Wall Street Journal poll released Friday.

DeSantis appointees begin reshaping Disney World’s district

The new chair of Disney World’s revamped governing body said Wednesday that new supervisors had good intentions about collaborating with the company after they were appointed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, so it was “shameful” when Disney signed agreements with their predecessors stripping them of most of their authority.

Florida Parental Rights law expanding through 12th grade

The Florida Board of Education approved a ban on classroom instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in all grades on Wednesday, at the request of Gov. Ron DeSantis as he gears up for an expected presidential run. The proposal, which expands the Parental Rights in Education Law – dubbed by critics as the "Don’t Say Gay" bill – will take effect after a procedural notice period that lasts about a month, according to an education department spokesperson.