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DeSantis Faces Unexpected Challenge from GOP Speaker Perez

6/18/2025

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is grappling with unexpected opposition from Daniel Perez, the Republican State House speaker. Perez's resistance on key issues like immigration and budget proposals has led to a prolonged legislative session, shaking up the power dynamics in the Republican-led State Capitol and signaling a shift in the political landscape.

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Story summary

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is grappling with unexpected opposition from Daniel Perez, the Republican State House speaker. Perez's resistance on key issues like immigration and budget proposals has led to a prolonged legislative session, shaking up the power dynamics in the Republican-led State Capitol and signaling a shift in the political landscape.